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Bathroom and Kitchen Replacement - In the Borough of Ashford, Kent

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

18 Jun 2025 at 09:39

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

11 Apr 2025 at 12:17

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council, a public authority within sub-central government, is currently in the tender stage for a significant refurbishment project titled "Bathroom and Kitchen Replacement - In the Borough of Ashford, Kent." This procurement process falls under the construction industry category and involves works within domestic occupied dwellings, including houses, flats, bungalows, and sheltered accommodations in Ashford, Kent. With a total estimated contract value of £3,480,000, bids are sought through an open competition method, and contractors are required to submit tenders electronically via the Kent Business Portal. The deadline for submissions is 14th July 2025. The successful tender is expected to commence on 1st September 2025 and will continue until 31st March 2026, with potential renewals available based on contractor performance.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for SMEs, particularly those specialising in construction and refurbishment services. Businesses excelling in delivering high-quality work within set time frames, specifically those experienced in kitchen and bathroom upgrades, will find themselves well-suited for this contract. Ashford Borough Council is looking to engage two suppliers, ensuring business growth potential through steady work and the possibility of contract extensions. The focus on price and quality in award criteria encourages businesses to demonstrate both cost-effectiveness and excellent service delivery capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bathroom and Kitchen Replacement - In the Borough of Ashford, Kent

Notice Description

Ashford Borough Council seeks potential suppliers (contractors) to undertake its kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programme to council owned domestic occupied dwellings within the borough of Ashford, Kent. Properties will include houses, flats, bungalows and sheltered accommodation units. The work will include upgrading the existing kitchens and bathrooms to include replacement of units and all associated works within set time periods and to a high standard of finish. Ashford Borough Council are looking to procure two suppliers to provide these services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Two possible extensions of up to 12 months plus 12 months depending on contractor performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050177
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033185-2025
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,900,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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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