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Fairfield School Phase 2 Works

West Northamptonshire Council(buyer)

Published
Published 29 October 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 4 January 2027 (53 days left)
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Overview

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Principal Contractor for the construction of a new two-storey teaching block, an additional parking area, and associated works within the grounds of Fairfield School. Estimated at £3,000,000 to £3,500,000 with an expected duration of 12 to 18 months, the active competition is reserved for suppliers with substantive operations in Northamptonshire or adjoining counties. Bids must be submitted by 4 January 2027.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Works
Procedure
Below threshold - open competition
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
Published
29 October 2026
Questions by
4 January 2027
Deadline
4 January 2027
Classification (CPV)
Special school construction work

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

5

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Construction work drew a median of 5 bids over the last 24 months; 13% received only one.

How bids will be scored

Price 55% · Quality 45%

  • Quality37%
  • Social Values8%
  • Price55%

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Market context

Typical award in Construction work

£160,228

Median of 19,437 awards in the last 24 months

West Northamptonshire Council in the last 12 months

400

contracts awarded, worth £235,482,770 in total

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  1. Contract Notice

    29 October 2026

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