Construction data provider Glenigan said Bovis Lend Lease, Galliford Try, Laing O’Rourke, Sir Robert McAlpine and Skanska have all returned tenders for the prestigious scheme.

Work will involve demolition and redevelopment of 6 St James’s Square to provide new offices, an art gallery and 14 residential units within a seven storey building in one of London’s most exclusive neighbourhoods.

Client Exemplar Properties will now choose a winner ahead of a scheduled start for work on the 36 month contract in April.