Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR has awarded a €12.74M site preparation works contract for the new Lübbecker Land clinic to Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG

Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR, Klinikneubau im Lübbecker Land (KLL), a local authority operating in the health sector, has awarded a contract for preliminary site preparation works (VE_02_2410-Vorabmaßnahmen) for the new Klinikum Lübbecker Land in Espelkamp to Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG. The awarded value of the contract is €1,704,964.04, with a total value of all contracts awarded in this notice of €12,737,370.04, covering soil-stripping work, road construction works, foul-water piping construction work, tree-clearing services and tree-cutting services, with a duration from 5 October 2026 to 30 April 2027. The contract was awarded following an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU.

Introduction

Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR, Klinikneubau im Lübbecker Land (KLL), a local authority operating in the health sector, has conducted an open procedure for preliminary site preparation works for the new Klinik Lübbecker Land at Gabelhorst in 32339 Espelkamp. To prepare the construction site, preliminary works are planned. The preliminary works include: removal and storage of topsoil 10,100 m³; removal and disposal of topsoil 13,300 m³; removal and disposal of soil 2,800 m³; delivery and installation of fill soil 9,250 m³; construction of asphalted construction roads, passing and turning areas 7,150 m²; construction of a gravelled construction site setup area for later trades 4,500 m²; construction of a temporary foul water connection 350 m; construction of open trenches and a trough 2,250 m²; felling and clearing works 1,600 m²; and construction of concrete angle retaining walls 144 m. The construction measure is located on a former agricultural area. Before the complete topsoil removal, the construction roads and the passing and turning areas must be constructed. Part of the topsoil is stored on an adjacent area for later construction measures. Another part of the topsoil removal is stored on another storage area of the contracting authority. The majority is to be transported away. To construct the construction roads, fill soil must be added and then the superstructure must be constructed. For the construction site setup area, a foul water connection must be constructed for the later sanitary facilities.

The procurement is not financed with EU funds but is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). No strategic procurement objectives were specified. The award criterion is price (100%); price is the sole award criterion. The estimated duration is from 5 October 2026 to 30 April 2027. Six tenders were received (all submitted electronically; one from a micro, small or medium enterprise). One winner was appointed: Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG (large enterprise). No subcontracting was declared. The contract was concluded on 25 September 2026. The value of all contracts awarded in this notice is €12,737,370.04; the awarded value of the contract is €1,704,964.04.

Why This Contract Matters

This contract ensures the preparation of the construction site for the new Klinik Lübbecker Land, supporting the delivery of modern healthcare infrastructure in Espelkamp.

This contract matters because it:

• Supports Healthcare Infrastructure: Prepares the construction site for the new Klinik Lübbecker Land
• Significant Value: €1,704,964.04 awarded value; €12,737,370.04 total value of all contracts awarded in this notice
• Medium-Term Commitment: 5 October 2026 to 30 April 2027
• Comprehensive Scope: Topsoil removal, fill soil, construction roads, foul water connection, trenches, felling and retaining walls
• Price Focus: 100% price-based evaluation
• Competition: 6 tenders received (submitted electronically)
• No Subcontracting: No subcontracting declared

Contract Timeline

• Start date: 05 October 2026
• Contract concluded: 25 September 2026
• Duration end date: 30 April 2027
• Notice published: 28 September 2026 (OJ S 187/2026)
• Notice dispatch date: 25 September 2026
• Previous notice: 446452-2026

Contract Overview

Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR conducted an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU.

Key features include:

• One lot: LOT-0000
• Awarded value: €1,704,964.04
• Value of all contracts awarded in this notice: €12,737,370.04
• Duration: 05 October 2026 to 30 April 2027
• Framework type: No framework agreement
• Evaluation: Price (100%)
• Winner: Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG (large enterprise)
• Subcontracting: No
• No EU funding
• Covered by GPA: Yes
• Strategic procurement: No strategic procurement

Key Contract Details

• Main classification: 45112200 Soil-stripping work
• Additional classification: 45233120 Road construction works; 45232411 Foul-water piping construction work; 77211300 Tree-clearing services; 77211400 Tree-cutting services
• Place of performance: Gabelhorst, 32339 Espelkamp, Minden-Lübbecke, Germany (NUTS: DEA46)
• Procedure identifier: 6dd11f33-fe1c-4d44-9ea6-ba74353ee73c
• Internal identifier: VE_02_2410
• Type of procedure: Open
• Accelerated procedure: No
• Legal basis: Directive 2014/24/EU; VOB-A-EU
• Review body: Vergabekammer Westfalen

Lot Structure

Lot 1 – Preliminary Site Preparation Works

• Title: VE_02_2410-Vorabmaßnahmen
• Description: Preliminary site preparation works for the new Klinik Lübbecker Land, including topsoil removal and storage/disposal, soil removal and disposal, fill soil delivery and installation, construction roads, construction site setup area, foul water connection, trenches and trough, felling and clearing works, and concrete angle retaining walls
• Internal identifier: LOT-0000
• Awarded value: €1,704,964.04
• Winner: Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG
• Tenders received: 6 (submitted electronically; 1 from an SME)
• Contract concluded: 25 September 2026
• Duration: 05 October 2026 to 30 April 2027
• Contract identifier: CON-0001

Lot Summary Table

Lot	Title	Value (€)	Winner	Tenders
1	Preliminary Site Preparation Works	1,704,964.04	Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG	6
Total		12,737,370.04

Scope of Supply

The contract covers the following works:

• Topsoil Removal and Storage: 10,100 m³
• Topsoil Removal and Disposal: 13,300 m³
• Soil Removal and Disposal: 2,800 m³
• Fill Soil Delivery and Installation: 9,250 m³
• Construction Roads, Passing and Turning Areas: 7,150 m² (asphalted)
• Construction Site Setup Area: 4,500 m² (gravelled, for later trades)
• Foul Water Connection: 350 m (temporary)
• Open Trenches and Trough: 2,250 m²
• Felling and Clearing Works: 1,600 m²
• Concrete Angle Retaining Walls: 144 m
• Soil-Stripping Work: Works under CPV 45112200
• Road Construction Works: Works under CPV 45233120
• Foul-Water Piping Construction Work: Works under CPV 45232411
• Tree-Clearing Services: Services under CPV 77211300
• Tree-Cutting Services: Services under CPV 77211400

Special Procurement Conditions

• Price Criterion: Price (100%) is the sole award criterion (Der Preis ist das einzige Zuschlagskriterium)
• Construction Site: The construction measure is located on a former agricultural area at Gabelhorst, 32339 Espelkamp
• Topsoil Storage: Part of the topsoil is stored on an adjacent area for later construction measures; another part is stored on another storage area of the contracting authority; the majority is to be transported away
• Construction Roads: Before the complete topsoil removal, the construction roads and the passing and turning areas must be constructed
• Foul Water Connection: For the construction site setup area, a foul water connection must be constructed for the later sanitary facilities
• No Framework Agreement: No framework agreement
• No Subcontracting: No subcontracting declared by winner
• No Strategic Procurement: No strategic objectives specified

About the Contracting Authority

Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR, Klinikneubau im Lübbecker Land (KLL), is a local authority operating in the health sector in Germany.

• Legal type: Local authority
• Activity: Health
• Registration number: DE249580588
• Location: Minden, Minden-Lübbecke, Germany (NUTS: DEA46)
• Address: Hans-Nolte-Straße 1, 32429 Minden
• Contact point: Lars Matthiesen
• Email: Lars.Matthiesen@muehlenkreiskliniken.de
• Telephone: +49 5731 247-2620

About the Winning Supplier

Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG is a large enterprise based in Stemwede, Germany, specialising in construction works.

• Size: Large enterprise
• Registration number: DE255654410
• Location: Stemwede, Minden-Lübbecke, Germany (NUTS: DEA46)
• Address: Depenbrock-Allee 1, 32351 Stemwede
• Email: kalkulationtb.stemwede@depenbrock.de
• Telephone: +49 5474680
• Fax: 000
• Subcontracting: No

Evaluation Criteria

The lot uses the following evaluation criterion:

• Price (100%): Preis – the price is the sole award criterion (Der Preis ist das einzige Zuschlagskriterium)

Procurement Analysis

• Procedure: Open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU
• Competition: 6 tenders received (submitted electronically; 1 from a micro, small or medium enterprise)
• Subcontracting: No subcontracting declared
• No EU funding: The procurement was not financed with EU funds
• No framework agreement: No framework agreement
• No dynamic purchasing system used
• Accelerated procedure: No
• Strategic procurement: No strategic procurement
• Review body: Vergabekammer Westfalen
• Call for competition terminated: The call for competition has been terminated (contract awarded)

Additional Procurement Facts

• The contract is covered by the WTO's Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
• No EU funds were used for this procurement
• The awarded value is €1,704,964.04
• The value of all contracts awarded in this notice is €12,737,370.04
• The procurement is divided into one lot
• Price (100%) is the evaluation criterion
• Six tenders were received (one from a micro, small or medium enterprise)
• The winner is a large enterprise
• No subcontracting was declared
• The contract duration is 05 October 2026 to 30 April 2027
• The contract includes topsoil removal and storage of 10,100 m³ and topsoil removal and disposal of 13,300 m³
• The contract includes 7,150 m² of asphalted construction roads and 4,500 m² of gravelled construction site setup area
• The contract includes 1,600 m² of felling and clearing works and 144 m of concrete angle retaining walls

Market & Industry Perspective

The German public sector construction market features a mix of large construction companies. Preliminary site preparation works are essential for preparing construction sites for major healthcare infrastructure projects.

Key trends in this market include:

• Price focus: 100% price-based evaluation
• Large providers: Dominance of large construction companies
• Comprehensive site preparation: Topsoil removal, fill soil, construction roads, foul water connection, trenches, felling and retaining walls
• Medium-term projects: 05 October 2026 to 30 April 2027
• Former agricultural land: Construction measure on a former agricultural area
• No subcontracting: No subcontracting declared by winner

Economic Significance

At €1,704,964.04 awarded value (and €12,737,370.04 total value of all contracts awarded in this notice), this contract represents a significant investment in site preparation works for the new Klinik Lübbecker Land in Espelkamp. The contract will:

• Support Healthcare Infrastructure: Prepare the construction site for the new Klinik Lübbecker Land
• Support Large Enterprise: Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG is a large construction company
• Provide Medium-Term Delivery: 05 October 2026 to 30 April 2027
• Ensure Site Readiness: Topsoil removal, fill soil, construction roads, foul water connection, trenches, felling and retaining walls
• Enable Subsequent Construction: Prepare the site for the later construction of the clinic
• Support Regional Development: Contribute to healthcare infrastructure in the Lübbecker Land region

Future Procurement Opportunities

With this contract now in place, future opportunities include:

• Re-tender: Expected after the completion of the works
• Related Works: Subsequent construction and fit-out works for the new clinic
• Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG
• Other Clinic Projects: Similar site preparation and construction procurement opportunities
• Main Construction Contract: The main construction contract for the new clinic is expected to follow

Opportunities for Suppliers

While this contract is awarded, opportunities remain for construction suppliers:

• Re-tender: Prepare for future procurement cycles
• Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG
• Related Works: Other construction and fit-out works
• Other German Healthcare Projects: Similar site preparation and construction procurements
• Main Construction Contract: Monitor the main construction contract opportunities for the new clinic

What Businesses Should Watch

• Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR's future procurement notices
• Other German healthcare construction tenders
• Site preparation and construction market trends
• Changes to German procurement regulations
• Main construction contract for the Klinik Lübbecker Land
• Healthcare infrastructure developments in the Lübbecker Land region

GermanyTenders.com Procurement Intelligence

This site preparation works contract is a notable example of German public sector procurement. Several features stand out:

• Scale: €1.70M awarded value; €12.74M total value of all contracts awarded in this notice
• Price focus: 100% price-based evaluation
• Large winner: Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG
• One lot: VE_02_2410-Vorabmaßnahmen
• Competition: 6 tenders received (1 from an SME)
• Medium-term project: 05 October 2026 to 30 April 2027
• Comprehensive scope: Topsoil removal, fill soil, construction roads, foul water connection, trenches, felling and retaining walls
• No subcontracting: No subcontracting declared by winner

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of:

• Competitive pricing: 100% price-based evaluation
• Soil-stripping expertise: Ability to deliver topsoil removal and storage/disposal
• Road construction capability: Ability to deliver asphalted construction roads and gravelled areas
• Foul water piping capability: Ability to deliver temporary foul water connections
• Tree-clearing and tree-cutting capability: Ability to deliver felling and clearing works
• Retaining wall capability: Ability to deliver concrete angle retaining walls
• Public sector experience: Understanding of German healthcare construction requirements

Supplier Takeaways

• Offer competitive pricing – 100% of evaluation is price-based
• Demonstrate soil-stripping and earthworks expertise
• Show road construction, foul water piping and tree-clearing capability
• Demonstrate retaining wall construction capability
• Develop public sector experience with German healthcare providers
• Monitor Mühlenkreiskliniken and German healthcare procurement opportunities
• Prepare for subcontracting opportunities with Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG
• Monitor the main construction contract for the Klinik Lübbecker Land

Key Takeaways

• Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR awarded a €1,704,964.04 site preparation works contract to Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG
• One lot: VE_02_2410-Vorabmaßnahmen
• Duration: 05 October 2026 to 30 April 2027
• Evaluation: Price (100%)
• 6 tenders received (submitted electronically; 1 from an SME)
• Winner is a large enterprise
• No subcontracting declared
• No EU funding
• Covered by GPA: Yes
• No framework agreement
• Total value of all contracts awarded in this notice: €12,737,370.04
• Key quantities: topsoil removal and storage 10,100 m³; topsoil removal and disposal 13,300 m³; fill soil 9,250 m³; construction roads 7,150 m²; construction site setup area 4,500 m²; foul water connection 350 m; felling and clearing 1,600 m²; retaining walls 144 m
• Contract concluded on 25 September 2026

Conclusion

This site preparation works contract ensures the preparation of the construction site for the new Klinik Lübbecker Land in Espelkamp, supporting the delivery of modern healthcare infrastructure in the region. By awarding the contract to Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG, Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR secures a reliable large enterprise supplier with the capability to deliver comprehensive site preparation works.

The 100% price-based evaluation reflects the competitive nature of construction procurement, where price is the primary differentiator among qualified suppliers. The comprehensive scope of the contract, covering topsoil removal, fill soil, construction roads, foul water connection, trenches, felling and retaining walls, and the medium-term duration of approximately seven months reflect the scale and complexity of the site preparation works.

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of competitive pricing, soil-stripping expertise, road construction capability, foul water piping capability, tree-clearing and tree-cutting capability, retaining wall capability and public sector experience in winning German public sector construction contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Mühlenkreiskliniken AöR?

Ans: A local authority operating in the health sector in Germany, responsible for the new Klinik Lübbecker Land (KLL) construction project.

Q: What is the value of the contract?

Ans: Awarded value €1,704,964.04; total value of all contracts awarded in this notice €12,737,370.04.

Q: Who is the winner?

Ans: Depenbrock Bau GmbH & Co. KG, a large enterprise based in Stemwede, Germany.

Q: What works are covered?

Ans: Preliminary site preparation works, including topsoil removal and storage/disposal, soil removal and disposal, fill soil delivery and installation, construction roads, construction site setup area, foul water connection, trenches and trough, felling and clearing works, and concrete angle retaining walls.

Q: What were the evaluation criteria?

Ans: Price (100%) – the price is the sole award criterion.

Q: How long is the contract?

Ans: 05 October 2026 to 30 April 2027.

Q: How many tenders were received?

Ans: Six tenders (submitted electronically; one from a micro, small or medium enterprise).

Q: Is this contract funded by the EU?

Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds.

Q: What is the review body?

Ans: Vergabekammer Westfalen.

Q: What is the lot structure?

Ans: One lot – LOT-0000 (VE_02_2410-Vorabmaßnahmen).

Q: Is subcontracting allowed?

Ans: No subcontracting was declared by the winner.

Q: What are the key quantities?

Ans: Topsoil removal and storage 10,100 m³; topsoil removal and disposal 13,300 m³; soil removal and disposal 2,800 m³; fill soil 9,250 m³; construction roads 7,150 m²; construction site setup area 4,500 m²; foul water connection 350 m; trenches and trough 2,250 m²; felling and clearing 1,600 m²; retaining walls 144 m.

Q: Where is the construction site located?

Ans: Gabelhorst, 32339 Espelkamp, Minden-Lübbecke, Germany; the site is a former agricultural area.

Source: EU Official Journal, Contract Award Notice 664119-2026, OJ S 187/2026, published 28 September 2026.

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