Closed tender

GSMD CWP 2025 - 2030 Principal Contractor Framework

Details

Value
£10,000,000
Topic
Construction work for school buildings
Published
9 March 2026
Submission
14 April 2026

Tender description

The City of London Corporation (the City) invited Tenders for a single‑supplier framework for the provision of a principal contractor to deliver years  2 - 5 of the five‑year cyclical works programme (CWP) for the Guildhall School of Music & Drama (GSMD). Year 2 works will include refurbishment works to the reception area, addressing localised condition and layout improvements for summer 2026. Years 3 - 5 are expected to include further cyclical and condition-led works such as window renewal or overhaul, potential roof repairs, classroom refurbishments, toilet upgrades, redecoration, and renewal of finishes including flooring and ceilings. The wider programme will also include general mechanical and electrical upgrades, covering wiring, lighting, heating, and ventilation improvements to maintain compliance and performance standards across the building.

Timeline

  1. Completed: Tender published9 March 2026
    Current notice
  2. Completed: Submission date14 April 2026

About the buyer

City of London Corporation buys as a local authority, and sets out its own procurement policies and requirements for suppliers. Its City Fund draws on rental and interest income from the Corporation's own property, alongside business rates and council tax. New tender opportunities are advertised through the Corporation's Sourcing and Contracts Portal, where suppliers register. Lower-value opportunities also appear on Contracts Finder, with higher-value contracts advertised on Find a Tender. A three-year Commercial Pipeline gives suppliers early visibility of larger opportunities. The Corporation also runs soft market testing to shape future procurements with suppliers.

UK local government drives £140bn in annual procurement, led by social protection (£66.6bn) and education (£57.1bn).

Over the past 5 years, most of City of London Corporation's contract awards have been in architectural and engineering services, business services and construction work.

Relevant CPV codes

  • 45214200 · Construction work for school buildings

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