Tender

Fire Escape Staircase Replacement

FOLKESTONE TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 16:07

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Folkestone Town Council is seeking a suitable consultant for the provision of Employer's Agent services to oversee the replacement of the external fire escape staircase, canopy, electric cupboard, and flooring beneath the staircase at The Town Hall, Folkestone, CT20 1DY. This project, titled "Fire Escape Staircase Replacement," falls under the construction structures and materials industry category. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with quotations due by 28 March 2025. The contract is expected to commence in April or May 2025 and will include a twelve-month defects period post-completion, anticipated to be completed by 18 July 2025. The procurement method is direct through a single tender action, which aims to engage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for this below-threshold contract valued at £30,000.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for SMEs specialising in construction and building repairs, particularly those with expertise in fire safety structures and related works. Businesses adept at delivering comprehensive construction services, including the handling of auxiliary products to construction, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The project’s scope requires precision and adherence to detailed specifications, making it an excellent opportunity for firms looking to enhance their portfolio with public sector projects and establish a relationship with the Folkestone Town Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fire Escape Staircase Replacement

Notice Description

Folkestone Town Council ("the Council") wishes to select and appoint a suitable Consultant for the provision of Employer's Agent services and invites prospective Consultants to submit a quotation to meet the Council's requirements. The Contract - Folkestone Town Council are looking to replace the external fire escape staircase, canopy over, electric cupboard, flooring beneath staircase and associated works at The Town Hall, 1-2 Guildhall Street, Folkestone, CT20 1DY The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the tender documents. It should be noted that by submitting a quotation, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence April / May 2025 and will continue until completion of a twelve months defects period following completion of the works, unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of the Contract. Return of Quotations - Prospective Consultants are required to complete and return the INVITATION TO QUOTE RESPONSE DOCUMENT via the Kent Business Portal (https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk) by the closing date as referenced in 1.2.1. No quotation received after the time and date specified shall be considered unless agreed by the Council's authorised officer in exceptional circumstances.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8dc37efa-c93c-4a17-9779-b0a89b8661f2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89e89ed4-eec4-425f-97d3-0448cbf5a158
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 1-6 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
FOLKESTONE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 1DY
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Further Information

Notice Documents

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