Scope
Description
STFC is a world-leading research and innovation organisation, with a unique role within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). STFC are looking to establish a construction partnership to deliver its proposed estate transformation programme. This is a national contract, covering STFC's Rutherford Appleton Laboratory and The Cosener's House, Oxfordshire, Chilbolton Observatory, Stockbridge, Daresbury Laboratory, Warrington, The Royal Observatory Edinburgh, and Boulby Underground Laboratory, Cleveland.
STFC have identified an investment programme to address backlog maintenance, future growth and decarbonisation of its buildings and infrastructure. The programme is national, valued at approximately £120m per year and is expected to span around 15 years. The exact investment value and programme details will be confirmed. The contracting partner would be assessed on agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and overall performance to secure subsequent schemes within the programme. The contract will not include exclusivity.
STFC is seeking to engage a single partner, to lead the construction delivery programme. This programme will consist of multiple national projects running concurrently. The construction projects will range from simple shell-and-core buildings to complex scientific facilities. The programme will also include infrastructure upgrades and reinforcements.
A Prior Information Notice (PIN) was published under the Public Contract Regulations 2015 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004024-2025?origin=SearchResults&p=1
To view this notice, please click here:
https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=945853842
Total value (estimated)
- £800,000,000 excluding VAT
- £960,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 10 March 2026 to 9 March 2033
- 7 years
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45000000 - Construction work
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
4 April 2025
The engagement was carried out before this notice was published.
Engagement process description
A Prior Information Notice (PIN) was published under the Public Contract Regulations 2015 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004024-2025?origin=SearchResults&p=1
As outlined in the PIN, UKRI- STFC held two Supplier Engagement Sessions at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory site on the following dates: 17 March 2025 and 20 March 2025, these sessions included a presentation, site visit and Q&A session. A follow up questionnaire was issued to the suppliers who attended the Supplier Engagement Sessions to gather further information on the market.
There are no further anticipated market engagement sessions planned.
Contracting authority
UK Research & Innovation
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDQJ-7126-JDHG
Polaris House, North Star Avenue
Swindon
SN2 1FL
United Kingdom
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government