Tender

Responsive Drainage Services and Works

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

21 Aug 2025 at 13:20

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

11 Apr 2025 at 11:23

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council is currently at the tender stage for the procurement of Responsive Drainage Services and Works, with a focus on providing upkeep and repairs for drainage systems within council-owned dwellings. This contract, part of the ongoing efforts to maintain essential infrastructure, is classified within the drainage works industry and applies to both internal and external residential systems in the Ashford area. The proposal invites submissions for an open competition on the Kent Business Portal, with tenders due by 15 September 2025. The contract period spans from 30 October 2025 to 29 October 2028, with possible extensions until 2030, presenting a significant and stable opportunity for the selected contractor.

This tender offers a substantial business opportunity, particularly for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with experience in drainage services. The procurement method encourages broad competition, making it an attractive proposition for companies keen to establish or expand their footprint in the public sector. Contractors skilled in responsive repairs in varied residential properties can find new growth avenues, leveraging this opportunity to secure long-term engagement with a reputable local authority. Eligible businesses should capitalize on this chance to enhance their portfolio and contribute meaningfully to the regional infrastructure improvement initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Responsive Drainage Services and Works

Notice Description

ABC is looking to procure a Contractor to provide responsive drainage services and works. The Contractor will be responsible for carrying out works at Council owned dwellings as and when order and required. Works will include responsive repairs of both internal and external residential drainage systems include both foul and surface water systems. The works will be carried out to individual properties of differing house, flat and bungalow types in various locations in the Borough of Ashford area.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Two possible extension periods of +1 year + 1 year.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050157
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050552-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

45232452 - Drainage works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£875,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£875,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Oct 2025 - 29 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ashford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1HU
Post Town
Tonbridge
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
TLJ South East (England), TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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