Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bc4-6432-7188-b7a8-98b82beba4a3/supply-and-construction-of-steel-building closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Supply and Construction of Steel Building [Godmanchester Town Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/godmanchester-town-council) Estimated value £120,000 Published 26 Sept 2025 Deadline Closed 7 Nov 2025 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - 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 - Introduction Godmanchester Town Council invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the supply, delivery, and full construction of a steel-framed building (13m x 13m) at their Community Plant Nursery. Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery is a 4.5-acre site with orchards, meadows, woodland and gardens, which is managed by the town council but cared for by over 50 volunteers.. To grow further, we seek a building to securely store equipment such as compact tractors, ride on mowers, handheld petrol equipment but that can also proved essential office space for our growing staff team. This project includes all groundworks and the construction of three separate internal rooms (two offices and one staff room). The project will support the expansion of our operations and enhance the services the community nursery provides.. - Scope of Works 2.1 General Overview The works shall include, but not be limited to: - Full site preparation and groundworks - Supply and installation of a steel-framed building (13m x 13m) - Concrete foundation and floor slab - External cladding and roofing - Installation of: - One (1) roller shutter door (manual or electric - to be specified) - Multiple PVC windows (size and quantity to be agreed on-site) - Internal construction of: - Two (2) separate office rooms - One (1) staff room/breakroom, possibly storage - Electrical and lighting installation - Roof gutters will feed into a water tank positioned adjacent to the building. - Planning services - External finishes to match existing surroundings - Site Location ### Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery Off Park Lane, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, PE29 2AG ### What3 words: cemented, nails, seating Site visit can be arranged upon request. ### Contact Name- Kelly Bibby, Email- , ### Phone- 07927 132850 - Specifications Item Description ### Building Size Height 13m length x 13m width ### Eaves 3.0m + ### Frame Type Galvanised steel frame Cladding Insulated metal panels (roof and sides) Roof Pitch Dual Pitched ### Roller Shutter Door PA Door 1x approx. 2.5m (w) x 2.5m (h) - CNC Door, Un-insulated, Chain operated, to workshop area 1x Single Steel Security door 980mm x 2075mm to Room 1 1x Heavy Duty Steel Fire Exit Door 980mm x 2075mm to workshop area Windows Double-glazed PVC windows or similar 2x 1000mm x 1000mm to room 1 1x 1000mm x 1000mm to room 2 1x 1000mm x 1000mm to room 3 Internal Rooms 3 internal rooms, each with 1 x 900 x 2100mm internal door and finished with tape and jointed plasterboard finish with smooth skim coat, ready for decoration, or other similar finish. ### Room 1 - 6 x 5m Room 2 - 4 x 5 m ### Room 3 - 3 x 5m Insulation Full building insulation to comply with UK regulations Flooring Power floated concrete floor, internal vinyl/office-appropriate flooring Services Electrical wiring, sockets, lighting & heating. See photo below for electricity source. ( No water & drainage connections required) - Groundworks Groundworks to include: - Site clearance and levelling - Excavation and sub-base preparation - Concrete foundations and reinforced slab - Connection to existing services (electricity) - Excavation of trenches along the existing track, from the identified location (see photo below) to the main electricity supply point to facilitate electrical connections or infrastructure installation. - Timeline ### Milestone Estimated Date Tender Submission Deadline \[Insert Date\] Contractor Appointment \[Insert Date\] ### Works Start Date \[Insert Date\] Completion Date \[Insert Date\] (subject to weather & approvals) - Contractor Requirements Bidders must provide: - Company profile and relevant experience - Method statement and proposed timeline - Health & Safety policy - Proof of insurance (public liability, employer's liability) - 2-3 references for similar works - Price breakdown (materials, labour, VAT, contingencies) - Evaluation Criteria Tenders will be evaluated based on: - Price competitiveness - Relevant experience and past performance - Compliance with specification - Proposed delivery timescale - Quality of materials and workmanship guarantees - Submission Instructions Please submit tenders to: Godmanchester Community Plant Nursery ### Attn: Kelly Bibby ### Email: nursery@godmanchester-tc.gov.uk Subject Line: "Steel Building Tender - GCPN" ### Deadline: \[Insert Date and Time\] Late submissions may not be considered. - Image References Proposed Site Location - Site to be cleared of storage sheds and containers ahead of work commencing Read full description ## CPV classification Construction work Software package and information systems Repair and maintenance services Installation services (except software) Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services Transport services (excl. Waste transport) Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-05a335-2025-09-26T13:08:25+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-05a335-2025-09-26T13:08:25+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. 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