Purchase and Conversion of Property for Police Station in Hechtel-Eksel

This Belgian public procurement notice, located in Hechtel-Eksel, Limburg, concerns the creation of a new district office for the Kempenland Police. Critically, the contract encompasses both the acquisition of a suitable property *and* its subsequent conversion into a functional police station. This means contractors must be prepared to handle real estate transactions as well as construction and potentially demolition, fit-out, and security systems installation. The tender is classified as "general," suggesting a prime contractor role with likely reliance on subcontractors for specialized trades. The absence of CPV codes limits specific insight into required expertise. Given the dual nature of the project involving property acquisition and construction, this suggests a medium-sized undertaking likely requiring significant coordination and potentially navigating local real estate regulations and planning permissions. The deadline for submission is late May 2026, allowing for a reasonable preparation period. The fact the contracting authority is willing to purchase a property indicates they have a clear need, but bidders should factor the additional risk into their price.