Tender

Creation of New Teaching Facilities - Darwin College

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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Tender

27 Jan 2025 at 16:38

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent is inviting tenders for the project titled "Creation of New Teaching Facilities - Darwin College". This procurement, which falls under the building construction work category, specifically relates to university buildings and the conversion of a restaurant facility. The project location is in the South East region of the United Kingdom. Currently, in the tender stage, the open procedure procurement method will accept submissions until 12:00 noon on 7th March 2025. The contract period is set to commence on 2nd June 2025 and conclude on 12th September 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those skilled in building construction work and facilities conversion. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the emphasis on suitability for such entities. Companies specialising in university infrastructure, restaurant conversion, or construction projects in educational settings will find this project well-aligned with their expertise. Engaging in this procurement process provides a chance to collaborate with a reputable institution such as the University of Kent, potentially leading to further business growth and networking opportunities.

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Notice Title

Creation of New Teaching Facilities - Darwin College

Notice Description

The University of Kent is seeking to appoint a contractor to undertake the conversion and adaptation of the now closed Origins Bar and Cafe to form new teaching facilities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/456dcebd-2857-49c4-902d-073c9d8f2969
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45212420 - Construction work for restaurants and similar facilities

45214400 - Construction work for university buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
Max Hubbard
Contact Email
m.hubbard@kent.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01227823061

Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY, KENT
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

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