Tender

SC20052 - Market Square, Dover

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Dec 2020 at 12:03

Tender Notice
Tender

11 Dec 2020 at 09:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council (KCC) is actively seeking tenders for the revitalisation of Market Square in Dover, a project designated as SC20052. This public realm redevelopment falls under the site preparation works category, with an estimated value of £2 million to £3 million. The tender process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions closing on 18 January 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 7 June 2021 and conclude on 3 January 2022, primarily located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This undertaking is part of a broader initiative aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and community appeal.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for construction companies and civil engineering firms interested in contributing to urban regeneration efforts. Suitable competitors include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those with experience in public realm works, civil engineering projects, or the hire of construction equipment. Engaging in this contract can help businesses expand their portfolios, gain valuable experience in local government projects, and enhance their visibility in the regional market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SC20052 - Market Square, Dover

Notice Description

Kent County Council (the Council) is the largest county council in England covering an area of 3,500 square kilometres. It has an annual expenditure of over PS900m on goods and services and a population of 1.3m. The Council provides a wide range of personal and strategic services on behalf of its residents, operating in partnership with 12 district councils and 305 parish/town councils. The Council is responsible for maintaining over 8700km of carriageways and 6300km of footways across the County. This opportunity for a Public Realm redevelopment of Market Square in Dover. The aim of the project is to revitalise the traditional heart of Dover by providing a high-quality public realm scheme. This will encourage local growth by providing a safer, more attractive, and accessible environment for pedestrians, businesses, and residents. Repurposing Dover's historic Market Square as a hub for the local community and tourists alike and improving the connection between the high street and the seafront and creating a multipurpose events space, through providing safer crossing points and increased footway widths for pedestrians, strengthen connections to the St James development, manage the impacts on traffic and improve drop off / pick up logistics for buses and coaches. A key aspect of the project is the replacement of the existing redundant fountain with a new water misting feature. KCC are supporting Dover District Council and are responsible for the design and delivery of the project. The construction period will be circa 27 weeks and the anticipated construction costs will be between PS1.5m and PS2m.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72abc07a-d748-4424-a08e-c7f76843925c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45100000 - Site preparation work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jun 2021 - 3 Jan 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XX
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

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