Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bc0-196e-73c2-92ef-5cd6b44b3da4/ukri-5027-1894-main-works pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # UKRI-5027 1894 Main Works [UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)](https://tendernation.io/buyers/uk-research-innovation-ukri) Estimated value £12,000,000 Published 29 Jul 2025 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) have a requirement for the refurbishment of the 1894 Building at the UK Astronomy Technology Centre (UK ATC) in Edinburgh and will be undertaking a preliminary market engagement exercise in advance. We are seeking to procure a main contractor to deliver the full refurbishment works. This follows an earlier phase of early contractor engagement during RIBA Stage 3, where a consultant contractor was appointed to advise buildability and logistics. This project forms part of the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UKNZCBS) Pilot Programme and aims to deliver a comprehensive refurbishment of the Category A-listed 1894 Building. The works will target Net Zero Carbon (NZC) in operation while preserving the building’s historic character and enhancing its functionality for future scientific and operational use. The Scope of Works Includes: • External Repairs and Envelope Upgrades • Conservation and repair of the external fabric • Thermal performance improvements to meet NZC targets • Internal Remodelling and Fit-Out • Reconfiguration of internal layouts • Installation of several new lifts • Creation of new meeting rooms and spaces within the West Tower • Rooftop Extension • Small-scale rooftop extension to house a lift and stairwell • Sustainability Integration • Delivery in line with UKNZCBS energy and embodied carbon targets • Coordination with the design team and sustainability consultant Read full description ## CPV classification Refurbishment work Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-056795-2025-07-29T08:24:20+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-056795-2025-07-29T08:24:20+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile UK Research & Innovation (UKRI): past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/uk-research-innovation-ukri) [Sector More Construction work tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/construction-work) ## More tenders like this [Bannister Sports Centre Athletic Track Soft Market Testing Exercise · Harrow Council · 38 days left · 26 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1540d-d9e4-71cb-ad57-1603e9042fec/bannister-sports-centre-athletic-track-soft-market-testing-exercise) [Building Minor Works · Derbyshire Support and Facilities Services Limited · 26 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-9087-7003-bd47-df7bc19d7ff7/building-minor-works) [DGT Helipad Design and Construction · Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust · 28 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-969e-7140-a307-fe72fa7128be/dgt-helipad-design-and-construction) [Boiler Replacement Programme · Derbyshire Support and Facilities Services Limited · 26 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-9933-7015-97a0-37aa8d57c009/boiler-replacement-programme) [Construction of the Chiropractic Car Park, Treforest Campus · University of South Wales · 39 days left · 27 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-a995-70e5-b8b1-7c6a14e2e878/construction-of-the-chiropractic-car-park-treforest-campus) [Boiler chemical and Softener Services · Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust · 28 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1539a-d092-736b-88d2-6bdc251cddb6/boiler-chemical-and-softener-services)