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title: "ITT - Skeleton Preparation Laboratory Alterations & Refurbishment Project -Construction - UID 178"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cec6"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND"
published: "2026-07-20"
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# ITT - Skeleton Preparation Laboratory Alterations & Refurbishment Project -Construction - UID 178

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cec6

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## Summary

Historic England, a central government public authority, is inviting tenders for the "ITT - Skeleton Preparation Laboratory Alterations & Refurbishment Project - Construction - UID 178" based in Swindon, UK. The tender falls under the construction industry category, with a focus on building alterations and refurbishments. This procurement is in the active tender stage, with the final date for tender submissions set for 14th August 2026 at 09:30 BST. An enquiry period is available until 11th August 2026 at 09:30 BST. The project is valued at £232,500, and the work will commence on 11th September 2026, with an expected completion by 22nd January 2027. The procurement process follows an open method, with tender submissions accepted electronically via Historic England's designated portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for construction companies specialising in building refurbishment and alterations. With a focus on both quality and price, as indicated by the award criteria (60% weighting on quality and 40% on price), businesses with strong capabilities in delivering high-quality refurbishment projects stand to benefit. Companies adept in electrical installation and overhaul work may also find themselves in a favourable position to secure this contract, offering a chance to enhance their portfolio and gain prestige by working with a reputable public authority like Historic England.

## Notice

Historic England are seeking to engage the services of a suitably qualified construction company to refurbish Skeleton Preparation Building (often referred to the as the Skel Prep) according to design developed by Pick Everard, contract C/REF 00001014

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068219-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Sep 2026 - 22 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £232,500 |
| Lots value | £232,500 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HISTORIC ENGLAND |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 2EH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Mannington and Western |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45262700 - Building alteration work
- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2026 at 12:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068219-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068219-2026
  20th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historicengland/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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