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03 Jul 2026 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Loft and Cavity Wall Insulation Programme 2026-28" was conducted by Folkestone & Hythe District Council, targeting the refurbishment work industry category. Located in the South East of England, this project involves upgrading the thermal efficiency of social housing properties through the installation of fabric insulation. The contract has a total value of £1,200,000 and spans from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2028. The procurement followed a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage was completed with a contract award decision in March 2026, and the contract was fully executed by 30th June 2026.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in insulation and refurbishment work, especially those capable of delivering large-scale projects. Companies like ARAN INSULATION LTD, the awarded supplier, exemplify the type of well-established businesses suited for such opportunities. Moreover, the project’s focus on social housing upgrades aligns with firms geared towards sustainability and energy efficiency improvements. Given the council’s openness to engaging with SMEs, smaller enterprises with the requisite expertise in insulation may also find promising prospects within similar future frameworks.

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Notice Title

Loft and Cavity Wall Insulation Programme 2026-28

Notice Description

a direct award via Lot 10 of LHC Procurement Group framework N9 Fabric Insulation (see 2024/S 000-013787). Contract is for the supply and installation of fabric insulation works at social housing properties to upgrade the thermal efficiency of the stock. This predominantly includes the supply and install of Loft and Cavity Wall Insulation. NB: contract award decision made in March. Contract fully executed 30 June 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12672759-dbd1-4a86-8fba-de662fb60160
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOLKESTONE & HYTHE DISTRICT 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 2QY
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
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARAN INSULATION

Further Information

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