Islington has published a procurement opportunity for 2526-0628 wray crescent park building – building contractor with an estimated value of £1,200,000. The submission deadline is the date stated in the official notice, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-09, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

The London Borough of Islington intends to procure a supplier/s for to the demolition of an existing cricket pavilion, and the construction of a replacement building in the same location. The new one-storey building will provide sporting infrastructure to support sport play in the park, a community space for wider public benefit, and an office for Park Services. In addition, there will be some landscaping and general wider park improvements. Planning permission was granted in August 2024. (P2024/0369/FUL) This Notice is for informational purposes only and is not a formal invitation to tender. Its aim is to enhance transparency and competition for the upcoming tender notice. All details provided here may be updated or changed in the final tender notice. The Authority reserves the right to cancel, postpone, suspend or abort the procurement at any stage. The issue of this notice in no way commits the Authority to commence a procurement process. This premarket engagement exercise is being conducted to help the council assess the level of market interest in this project. In order to contribute to this engagement exercise and indicate your interest in this contract opportunity, please notify the council via the e-tendering system. The agreement will run for a period of 9 months. It is estimated that the Contract will start around July 2026. The form of Contract – JCT Intermediate with Contractor’s Design. The procurement will be evaluated based on an award criteria of 50% Price, 20% Social Value, 20% Programme and Delivery, 5% Quality Control and 5% Health and Safety. The estimated budget for the Contract is £1.2m to £1.4m excl. VAT for the maximum period of the Contract. The supplier must be registered on the London Tenders Portal (LTP). The deadline for submissions of interest is 16.59pm on 17 April 2026.

Islington is the contracting authority. The estimated value is £1,200,000 and the deadline is the date stated in the official notice. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to construction firms, contractors, specialist tradespeople. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold trade certifications, public liability insurance, ISO 9001.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, Islington must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in construction contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a £1,200,000 contract
• Relevant certifications: trade certifications, public liability insurance, ISO 9001
• Capacity to mobilise within Islington’s required timeframe

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032334-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before the date stated in the official notice: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

Islington will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing Islington’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires Islington to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032334-2026.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by Islington or the UK government.