Planning

Supply and install window blinds

MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST

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Planning

09 Sep 2025 at 12:28

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Supply and install window blinds" project is spearheaded by the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, located at Hermitage Lane, Maidstone, ME16 9QQ, UK. This tender, which falls under the services category with a focus on the installation of blinds (CPV code 45421143), is currently in the planning stage. The procurement is aimed at sourcing and installing commercial-grade, high-quality window blinds that offer good value for money. An early engagement notice was published on 9th September 2025, and the engagement phase is set to conclude by 6th October 2025. The project's primary location is within the UK, highlighting the postal code ME16 9QQ as a specific address for delivery and installation.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in commercial interior decor products and installation services. Given the demand for high-quality and cost-effective window blinds, companies experienced in servicing healthcare facilities or similar institutional environments would be particularly well-suited to compete. The Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, as the buying organisation, seeks reliable partners that can deliver both goods and services efficiently, creating significant potential for business growth and long-term collaboration in future projects. Although this procurement does not specify suitability for SMEs or VCSEs, experienced contractors with a solid track record in similar projects will find this opportunity advantageous.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and install window blinds

Notice Description

Supply and install commercial grade high quality, value for money window blinds

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-86838d8c-5a1f-4169-b47c-393adf9e32df
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e63b5775-77e0-434d-8924-615536fb23f5
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45421143 - Installation work of blinds

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME16 9QQ
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Barming Heath & Teston
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

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