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Conditions of Participation — UK public procurement notice

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Authority: SHROPSHIRE TOWNS AND RURAL HOUSING LIMITED (Public body)

Two-stage9 lotsWorksCompetitive flexible procedureAbove thresholdSME suitable
Sectors: Construction & Civil Engineering (45)Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services (77)Cleaning & Environmental Services (90) Delivery: Delivery location not published
Published estimate£31,484,122envelope for 9 lots · £31,484,122 inc. VAT
Submission deadline 3 Nov 202612:00 GMT · 31d 20h left
Clarification cut-off 28 Oct 202623:59 GMT · questions to the authority
Contract term 4 yrs 5 moextension options published · starts 7 May 2027
Bids per lot · this authority 6all categories · n=3 · competition analysis ↓

What is being bought9 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

The Major Works & Repairs Framework has been developed to provide STAR Housing (based in Shropshire) with a compliant, flexible and efficient route to procuring a wide range of property maintenance, repair, refurbishment and capital improvement works across its housing stock. Rather than undertaking individual procurement exercises for each requirement, the framework establishes a panel of pre-qualified suppliers who have demonstrated the technical capability, financial standing and operational capacity required to deliver works safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard.

The framework has 8 Lots and has been designed to improve outcomes for residents by providing timely access to competent contractors, strengthening contract management, improving quality and consistency, and delivering value for money throughout the life of the framework. It also provides STAR Housing with the flexibility to respond to changing operational priorities while maintaining compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and ensuring a transparent and auditable procurement process. The Lots include:

Lot 1a - Electrical

Lot 1b - Mechanical

Lot 2- Major Works and Major Voids

Lot 3 - Healthy Homes

Lot 4 - Drainage

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Lot 5 - Pest Control

Lot 6 - Tree Works

Lot 7 - Scaffolding

Lot 8 - Waste Management

The 4 year framework will be established using a Competitive Flexible Procedure comprising of the following:

1. Condition of Participation (CoP) - completion of a PSQ

2. Invitation to Tender (ITT) - Split 60% Quality, 40% Price

3. Interview (Int)

Full details on how to apply are contained within Document 1 - Information and Instructions. Document 5 is a very useful summary of each Lot and the minimum requirements.

  • How the procedure runs: This procurement is run as a competitive flexible procedure. Suppliers respond to this notice with a request to participate; those meeting the conditions of participation are then invited to tender.

CPV: Drainage works · Electrical installation work · Overhaul and refurbishment work · Pest-control services · Plumbing and sanitary works · Refuse disposal and treatment · Scaffolding work · Tree-maintenance services

Lots and requirements (9)Procurement structure

9 lots · all with a published value (£31,484,122 together) · same evaluation weights on every lot
Lot #1Lot 1 - ElectricalRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£1,840,000
This Lot provides a comprehensive range of planned and responsive electrical works across STAR Housing's housing stock. The purpose of the Lot is to ensure that electrical installations remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose through the delivery of high-quality installation, testing, inspection, maintenance and replacement works. The appointed Suppliers will support STAR Housing in maintaining statutory compliance, improving property safety, enhancing energy efficiency and delivering excellent services to residents.
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£832,218/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£1,840,000 exc. VAT · £1,840,000 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

Lot #2Lot 1b - MechanicalRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£2,084,000
This Lot provides planned investment and responsive mechanical services across STAR Housing's housing stock. The purpose of the Lot is to maintain reliable, safe and efficient plumbing, heating, hot water and renewable energy systems that provide comfortable homes for residents. The appointed Suppliers will deliver high-quality installations, replacements and associated works while supporting energy efficiency, statutory compliance and excellent customer service.
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£942,577/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£2,084,000 exc. VAT · £2,084,000 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

Lot #3Lot 2 - Major Works and Major VoidsRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£19,080,000
This Lot provides a single integrated solution for major planned investment works and major void property refurbishment programmes. The purpose of the Lot is to appoint one Principal Contractor capable of delivering large-scale refurbishment, replacement and improvement works efficiently, safely and consistently across STAR Housing's housing stock. The appointed Supplier will provide coordinated project management, effective resident liaison and high-quality delivery while supporting STAR Housing's long-term Asset Management Strategy. Where instructed by STAR Housing, the Supplier shall engage…
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£8,629,740/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£19,080,000 exc. VAT · £19,080,000 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

Lot #4Lot 3 - Healthy HomesRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£7,000,000
This Lot provides an integrated Healthy Homes service covering internal and external adaptations, specialist equipment, damp, mould and condensation remediation, and commissioned specialist surveys and investigations. The appointed Suppliers will deliver works and services that improve accessibility, property condition, safety and resident wellbeing. STAR Housing will retain routine assessments and initial investigations, commissioning additional specialist expertise where required provides an integrated Healthy Homes service focused on improving the condition, safety, accessibility, energy ef…
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£3,166,047/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£7,000,000 exc. VAT · £7,000,000 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

Lot #5Lot 4 - DrainageRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£170,459
This Lot provides planned, responsive and emergency drainage services across STAR Housing's housing stock and associated land. The purpose of the Lot is to ensure that drainage systems remain safe, operational and free from defects through timely inspection, investigation, maintenance and repair. The appointed Suppliers will minimise disruption to residents, respond quickly to emergencies and deliver effective solutions that protect homes and surrounding infrastructure.
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£77,097/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£170,459 exc. VAT · £170,459 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

Lot #6Lot 5 - Pest ControlRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£50,204
This Lot provides responsive pest management services to protect residents, properties and the wider housing environment. The purpose of the Lot is to prevent, control and eradicate pest infestations safely, efficiently and in accordance with all relevant legislation and industry standards. The appointed Suppliers will support STAR Housing by providing effective treatment programmes, preventative advice and rapid responses to minimise risks to residents and property.
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£22,707/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£50,204 exc. VAT · £50,204 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

Lot #7Lot 6 - Tree WorksRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£336,113
This Lot provides planned, cyclical and emergency arboricultural services across STAR Housing's housing stock and estates. The purpose of the Lot is to maintain trees in a safe and healthy condition while protecting residents, neighbouring properties and the surrounding environment. The appointed Suppliers will deliver professional tree management services that balance public safety, environmental stewardship and compliance with relevant legislation and recognised arboricultural standards.
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£152,021/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£336,113 exc. VAT · £336,113 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

Lot #8Lot 7 - ScaffoldingRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£606,625
This Lot provides temporary access solutions to support the safe delivery of repairs, maintenance and improvement works across STAR Housing's housing stock. The purpose of the Lot is to ensure that scaffolding and associated access systems are designed, erected, inspected, maintained and dismantled safely and efficiently, enabling other contractors to undertake works whilst maintaining compliance with all applicable health and safety legislation.
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£274,372/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£606,625 exc. VAT · £606,625 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

Lot #9Lot 8 - Waste ManagementRenewal 4 yrs 5 moSMEPublished value£316,721
This Lot provides waste collection, transportation, recycling and disposal services arising from repairs, maintenance and investment activities across STAR Housing's housing stock. The purpose of the Lot is to ensure that waste is managed safely, efficiently and in compliance with environmental legislation while maximising opportunities for reuse and recycling. The appointed Suppliers will support STAR Housing's environmental objectives through responsible waste management and the provision of accurate compliance documentation. For clarity, this Lot is divided geographically. Suppliers can bid…
Contract period: 7 May 2027 — 7 Oct 2031 (4 yrs 5 mo)Eligibility: SME eligibleTurnover guideline: ~£143,251/yr≈ 2× annual value
Value
£316,721 exc. VAT · £316,721 inc. VAT
Extensions
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45232452 Drainage works45262100 Scaffolding work45310000 Electrical installation work45330000 Plumbing and sanitary works45453000 Overhaul and refurbishment work77211500 Tree-maintenance services

Who is likely to bid for this lot ↓

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published — the tender pack may add more
How bids are scored · same split on all 9 lots
Quality: 100%
Published sub-criteria (1)
  • Technical / Quality — 100%

No conditions of participation were published on the notice; check the tender documents.

Competition analysis · published record, not a forecast of who will bid

How SHROPSHIRE TOWNS AND RURAL HOUSING LIMITED buys Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork (CPV 4523) — and who usually turns up

SHROPSHIRE TOWNS AND RURAL HOUSING LIMITED’s own published record, next to the West Midlands market for the same work. Frameworks and DPS are kept out: they attract a different number of bids. Whole-market view: Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork (CPV 4523) →

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How the contest usually goes

Left: this authority. Right: the market where the work is delivered. Bids and award-vs-estimate pairs are per lot, from contested contracts only — direct awards (including PA 2023 transparency notices) report one bid by definition and are left out. On Procurement Act 2023 notices the count is the tenders assessed at the final stage, not every submission received; pairs compare like with like (VAT-exclusive, or VAT-inclusive on both sides). Empty means nothing was published, not filled in from elsewhere.

This authority

SHROPSHIRE TOWNS AND RURAL HOUSING LIMITED

contract notices in 36 months: 3 in division 45 · 6 in all categories (1 route not published)

Bids per lot
i

How many companies usually bid for work like this.

Middle value of published bid counts, one per lot, for this buyer or this region in the same sector.

Based on this buyer’s tenders in all categories, last 36 months: 3 lots. 2 lots are from Procurement Act 2023 notices (bids assessed, middle 5) and 1 from older notices (bids received, middle 6).

Nothing is filled in from UK-wide numbers. An empty tile means nothing usable was published.

6all categories · 36m · n=3 lots
Single-bid lots
i

How often only one company bid.

Share of lots that received exactly one bid, on the same competitions as the bids figure.

Based on this buyer’s tenders in all categories, last 36 months: 3 lots.

High means a thin market or an incumbent that is hard to beat.

0%all categories · 36m · n=3 lots
Award vs estimate
i

Do awards for work like this land above or below the estimate.

Estimate against award per lot, for this buyer or this region in the same sector.

Based on this buyer’s tenders in this industry (CPV 45), last 36 months: 1 pairs. Small sample.

A past pattern, not a price to bid.

18% abovedivision 45 · 36m · n=1 pairs
Deadline → award date
i

How long buyers here take to decide after bids close.

Middle value in days from the deadline to the first award notice, on competitions that published both dates.

Based on this buyer’s tenders in this industry (CPV 45), last 36 months: 1 notices. Small sample.

Only decided tenders count, so slow ones still waiting are not in.

Last 36 months.

99ddivision 45 · 36m · n=1 notices
Notice updates
i

How often this buyer changes a notice after publishing it.

Middle number of amendments per notice. Deadline extensions and corrections both count.

Based on this buyer’s tenders in all categories, last 24 months: 7 notices.

Last 24 months.

3all categories · 24m · n=7 notices
Awarded without competition
i

How often this buyer awards without a competition.

Direct or limited awards as a share of its notices that say which procedure was used. These routes are legal in defined cases. This is just the record.

Based on this buyer’s tenders in this industry (CPV 45), last 36 months: 3 notices.

Last 36 months.

0%division 45 · 36m · n=3 notices
Bids per lot · history, not this notice’s lots moderate · n=3
i

How the number of bidders is spread across lots.

Each lot with a published bid count is put in a band: one bid, two to three, four to six, seven or more. Real competitions only.

Based on 3 lots on 3 contested notices · all categories, last 36 months.

  • 1 bid 0%
  • 2–3 0%
  • 4–6 100%
  • 7+ 0%

Middle value 6 · 3 lots on 3 contested notices · all categories.

How procedures are run moderate · n=3
i

Which procedures buyers here use.

Notices by the procedure they declare: open, selective, limited or direct. Open and selective are competitions; limited and direct are not.

Based on 3 notices · division 45, last 36 months.

  • Open 67%
  • Selective 33%
  • Limited 0%
  • Direct 0%

3 notices · division 45. Open and selective are competed (they feed the bid and price figures above); limited and direct are not; notices publishing no route are outside all four.

The market · authority’s region

West Midlands · Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork (CPV 4523)

contract notices delivered in West Midlands in 36 months: 157 in CPV 4523 (119 competed, 33 route not published) · 1,234 in division 45 (885 competed, 222 route not published) · the notice publishes no delivery location, so the authority’s registered region is used

Bids per lot
i

How many companies usually bid for work like this.

Middle value of published bid counts, one per lot, for this buyer or this region in the same sector.

Based on this region’s tenders in this sector (CPV 4523), last 36 months: 32 lots. 18 lots are from Procurement Act 2023 notices (bids assessed, middle 4.5) and 14 from older notices (bids received, middle 3).

Nothing is filled in from UK-wide numbers. An empty tile means nothing usable was published.

3.5CPV 4523 · 36m · n=32 lots
Single-bid lots
i

How often only one company bid.

Share of lots that received exactly one bid, on the same competitions as the bids figure.

Based on this region’s tenders in this sector (CPV 4523), last 36 months: 32 lots.

High means a thin market or an incumbent that is hard to beat.

3%CPV 4523 · 36m · n=32 lots
Award vs estimate
i

Do awards for work like this land above or below the estimate.

Estimate against award per lot, for this buyer or this region in the same sector.

Based on this region’s tenders in this sector (CPV 4523), last 36 months: 27 pairs.

A past pattern, not a price to bid.

6% belowCPV 4523 · 36m · n=27 pairs
Deadline → award date
i

How long buyers here take to decide after bids close.

Middle value in days from the deadline to the first award notice, on competitions that published both dates.

Based on this region’s tenders in this sector (CPV 4523), last 36 months: 23 notices.

Only decided tenders count, so slow ones still waiting are not in.

Last 36 months.

28dCPV 4523 · 36m · n=23 notices
SME bidders
i

How much of this market goes to small and medium firms.

SME bidders where buyers published the split, otherwise SME winners.

Based on this region’s tenders in this sector (CPV 4523), last 36 months: 29 lots.

Last 36 months.

82%CPV 4523 · 36m · n=29 lots
Winners based in the region
i

How much work like this goes to companies based in the delivery region.

Awards in this category delivered here where the winner’s registered address is in the region.

Based on this region’s tenders in this sector (CPV 4523), last 36 months: 57 awards.

Registered address, so a national firm with a local branch counts as outside.

Last 36 months.

70%CPV 4523 · 36m · n=57 awards
Bids per lot · history, not this notice’s lots robust · n=32
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How the number of bidders is spread across lots.

Each lot with a published bid count is put in a band: one bid, two to three, four to six, seven or more. Real competitions only.

Based on 32 lots on 28 contested notices · CPV 4523, last 36 months.

  • 1 bid 3%
  • 2–3 47%
  • 4–6 25%
  • 7+ 25%

Middle value 3.5 · 32 lots on 28 contested notices · CPV 4523.

Winning award vs estimate robust · n=27
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How often winners come in below, near or above the estimate.

Each lot with both an estimate and an award is placed by how far the award sat from the estimate.

Based on 27 lot pairs · CPV 4523, last 36 months.

A past pattern, not a price to bid.

  • Below estimate 56%
  • Within ±2% 26%
  • Above estimate 19%

27 lot pairs · CPV 4523.

robust · n=27
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Where this tender’s estimate would land if the usual pattern repeats.

We apply the buyer’s usual movement between estimate and award (or the region’s) to the estimate on this notice.

This notice gives one total for several lots, so we show the percentage but do not turn it into pounds.

A benchmark, not a price to bid.

The middle award in West Midlands (CPV 4523, n=27 pairs) lands 6% below. Applied to each lot’s own published value in the lot table below — the notice total (£31,484,122) is an envelope for 9 lots and is not converted.
Coverage and what to read with care
  • Each tile explains itself. The on a figure says what it is, how it is counted and which scope this notice’s own record came from (class, division, all categories, or the authority’s 24-month row). The two columns are never blended and nothing is filled from a UK-wide figure; an empty tile means the source published nothing usable. Long form: Methodology.
  • Coverage. Roughly 40 % of notices publish a bid count; about half publish an ITL1 delivery location, so the market column reads the authority’s registered region when the notice has none (labelled). About 30 % of award-vs-estimate pairs are exact matches — the buyer published the award at the estimate. n is on every figure; a thin sample is muted, never hidden.
  • “Match” and “relevance” are model scores from the nightly matcher, not published facts. Find a Tender does not publish who is bidding. Never shown: contact details, payment behaviour, or a recommended price.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Competitive flexible procedure
Legal basis
UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
Procurement category
Works
Notice status
Open for expressions of interest
Procurement threshold
Above threshold (FTS publication)
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Stand-alone contract (no framework)
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Unspecified in notice
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
2 Oct 2026, 15:28 BST
Last source update
2 Oct 2026, 15:28 BST
Award evaluation window
Submission end — 17 Apr 2027, 00:59 BST
Latest notice
Tender notice (UK4)
Classification (CPV)
Drainage worksElectrical installation workOverhaul and refurbishment workPest-control servicesPlumbing and sanitary worksRefuse disposal and treatmentScaffolding workTree-maintenance services
Delivery area
Not published
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-077ffe Find a Tender
How it runs
This procurement is run as a competitive flexible procedure. Suppliers respond to this notice with a request to participate; those meeting the conditions of participation are then invited to tender.

How to participate & submission route

Official notice Submit via portal
Submission portal named on this notice: portal not identified
Electronic submission allowedLanguage: EN
Expression of interest (EOI)
3 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
Tender submission deadline
3 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
Clarification deadline
28 Oct 2026, 23:59 GMT
Submission channel
Official e-sourcing portal
Electronic submission
Allowed
Accepted languages
en
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release
Tenders must be submitted electronically at suppliers.esourcingdata.com/supplier/tenders/289… ↗ via the eSourcing Data supplier portal.

Timeline

6 published dates · Europe/London
  1. Tender notice publishedearlier today
    2 Oct 2026, 15:28 BST
  2. Clarification questions byin 26 days
    28 Oct 2026, 23:59 GMT
  3. Expressions of interest byin 32 days
    3 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
  4. Submission deadlinein 32 days
    3 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
  5. Award decision expected byin 196 days
    17 Apr 2027, 00:59 BST
  6. Contract startsin 216 days
    7 May 2027, 01:00 BST

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Nothing awarded yet
Awards (0)
No award published
Contracts (0)
No contract published
Bid statistics
No aggregate bid statistics published

Notice history

1 event · 1 release on Find a Tender
  1. Tender notice published
    2 Oct 2026, 15:28 BSTUK4

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

SHROPSHIRE TOWNS AND RURAL HOUSING LIMITED

Contracting authorityPublic undertaking GB-PPON: PWCB-8828-QVJL Ptarmigan House, Sitka Drive, Shrewsbury Business Park, Shrewsbury, West Midlands, SY2 6LG +44 0333 32 12 200

Official documents & specifications (10)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

Notices published for this procedure

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