HDC-1714 WADKINS PAVILION REFURBISHMENT
The contract covers refurbishment works at Wadkins Pavilion, serving Houghton and Thurnby Cricket Club, for Harborough District Council, a local government authority in Leicestershire. The works include replacing the roof covering, repairing concrete and drainage, refurbishing changing and shower facilities, installing a new accessible WC, replacing windows, and completing associated internal redecoration and fit-out works. The supplier may also need to accommodate changes to the Function Room’s mechanical and electrical installation if the proposed glazing adjustment is confirmed. The estimated contract value is £495,000, with delivery at Wadkins Sports Pavilion, Wadkins Way, Bushby, Leicester, LE7 9NA, in the UKF22 region; the contract duration is not stated. The critical participation requirement is attendance at a mandatory supervised site visit, with only bidders who register in advance and attend an authorised visit eligible to submit a tender.
Buyer: Harborough District Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 19 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £495k
- Bids close: 27 Nov 2026
- Location: Leicestershire CC and Rutland
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 18 Dec 2026 to 30 Jun 2027
- Category: Refurbishment work (45453100)
From the official notice
Harborough District Council are seeking suppliers who are able to carry out refurbishment works at Wadkins Pavilion, Houghton and Thurnby Cricket Club, including replacement of the roof covering, concrete repairs, drainage repair works, refurbishment of the changing and shower facilities, installation of a new accessible WC, replacement windows and associated internal redecoration and fit out works. Regarding the proposal that the Function Room glazing position is adjusted, this is likely to require some changes to the Mechanical and Electrical installation details in the Function Room. The details of these changes are being finalised with Harborough District Council. If changes are confirmed during the tender period then a tender addendum will be issued with the details of these changes. Mandatory Site Visit Attendance at a mandatory supervised site visit is a condition of participation in this procurement process. The site visit will take place at: Wadkins Sports Pavilion, Wadkins Way, Bushby, Leicester, LE7 9NA Site visits will be conducted on 2nd and 9th November 2026. Bidders must register in advance to attend the site visit. Instructions for registering and arranging attendance are set out in Section 7.2 of Document 1. Only bidders who have successfully registered and attended a site visit in accordance with these instructions will be eligible to submit a tender. Please note: The Council reserves the right to eliminate bids from the procurement process (without evaluati...
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 27 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £495k.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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