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LUF Story Gardens - Package of works 2 to include Greyfriars, St Mary Bredman Square, St Radigunds Garden and Car Park

CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL

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24 Jul 2025 at 08:40

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by Canterbury City Council involves the "LUF Story Gardens - Package of works 2," which encompasses redevelopment projects at Greyfriars, St Mary Bredman Square, St Radigunds Garden, and Car Park in Canterbury. Categorised under the landscaping industry with a CPV code of 45112700, the procurement reached the award stage on 14th April 2025. The tender followed an open procedure, and the contract, valued at £1,593,214, spans from 30th June 2025 to 31st March 2026. The successful bidder was Blakedown Landscapes SE Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in the UK.

This contract presents lucrative growth avenues for businesses specialising in landscaping services, particularly those structured as SMEs. Firms with experience in urban redevelopment and landscaping projects can significantly benefit from opportunities such as those offered by Canterbury City Council. The open procedure ensures a transparent and competitive bidding environment, making it favourable for SMEs seeking to expand their portfolio and establish credibility in government contracts. This project further supports those proficient in multi-site development work within England.

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Notice Title

LUF Story Gardens - Package of works 2 to include Greyfriars, St Mary Bredman Square, St Radigunds Garden and Car Park

Notice Description

LUF Story Gardens - Package of works 2 to include Greyfriars, St Mary Bredman Square, St Radigunds Garden and Car Park, Canterbury

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e62c792-08a9-41bb-a11c-8a85a5914c94
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c2e8321-b306-482f-95d3-aa48048c4ced
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112700 - Landscaping work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,593,214 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,593,214 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Manu Chapman
Contact Email
procurement@canterbury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1227000000

Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT1 2UR
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLAKEDOWN LANDSCAPES

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