Tender

Residential Improvement Works - Darwin College & Willows Court

THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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Tender

19 Mar 2025 at 18:33

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent has initiated a public procurement process under the title "Residential Improvement Works - Darwin College & Willows Court". This tender, categorized under construction work for university buildings and residential homes, is focused on carrying out minor improvements to existing student accommodations at Darwin College and Willows Court located in Canterbury, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an open competition method and a tender period ending on 18th April 2025. Interested parties must submit their proposals by this deadline, with the enquiry period ending on 14th April 2025. The contract is expected to start on 23rd June 2025 and conclude by 19th September 2025.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and building improvement sectors, particularly those skilled in university and residential construction projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. The project value is set at approximately £800,000 to £960,000, providing a substantial financial opportunity for the winning contractor. Companies capable of delivering quality work within the specified timelines and costs will find this tender particularly attractive, with an evaluation focused 60% on cost and 40% on technical quality. This offers a balanced chance for competitive businesses to leverage their expertise and expand their portfolio.

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Notice Title

Residential Improvement Works - Darwin College & Willows Court

Notice Description

The University of Kent is seeking to appoint a contractor to undertake minor improvements to existing student accommodation in Darwin College and Willows Court.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ef60
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010269-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45214400 - Construction work for university buildings

45215214 - Residential homes construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Jun 2025 - 19 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
Max Hubbard
Contact Email
procurement@kent.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+447845098019

Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
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
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

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