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03 Aug 2026 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Communal Heating & Hot Water Upgrades at Mittell Court" project was managed by Folkestone & Hythe District Council, located in Folkestone, England. The procurement falls under the industry category of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning installation work (CPV 45331000). The project involves upgrading existing communal heating and hot water systems with energy-efficient solutions. This contract, with a value of £408,860, was awarded to STONEGROVE LTD. on 28 April 2026, following a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering period ended on 16 April 2026, and the contract period spans from 18 May 2026 to 30 November 2026, covering the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for growth within the heating and ventilation sector, offering business prospects for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in energy-efficient installations. Companies capable of delivering advanced heating systems, particularly those familiar with framework agreements, stand to benefit from contracts such as this. The fact that the procurement favoured SMEs indicates an accessible market for smaller companies aiming to expand their public sector portfolio. Bodacious businesses that specialise in similar infrastructure improvements can leverage such contracts to enhance their competitive edge and foster long-term growth.

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Notice Title

Communal Heating & Hot Water Upgrades at Mittell Court

Notice Description

Awarded via Further Competition under Lot 6 (Commercial Heating) of Fusion21's Heating, Renewables & Electricals Framework (2024/S 000-003257) Communal Heating & Hot Water Upgrades at Mittell Court, Folkestone. Removal of existing heating and hot water plant and system and upgrade with a more energy efficient system. All ten flats with the block will be upgraded along with the communal heating. Award decision 28 April. Contract fully executed 10 July.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ebf83d16-bf6c-495d-a29a-25562c82c899
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12a0571-3ef9-41fa-8cbc-4dbdc8b4aef4
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£408,860 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 30 Nov 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
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

STONEGROVE

Further Information

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