Award

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

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

05 Dec 2025 at 15:53

Tender

18 Jun 2025 at 09:39

Planning

11 Apr 2025 at 12:17

Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council has concluded a procurement process to refurbish kitchens and bathrooms within its council-owned residential properties in Ashford, Kent. This initiative falls under the construction category and involves replacing units to a high standard across various dwelling types. The procurement method was "open competition below threshold" with the procurement stage currently at the award phase, where contracts were signed on 3rd December 2025 to start the work. Key contractors are SER CONTRACTOR LTD and TMN Contractors Limited, both identified as small and medium enterprises (SMEs), with projects extending through to March 2028, with possible extensions up to March 2030.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction work and refurbishment services, especially for SMEs looking to partner with public authorities. Companies with a strong reputation in high-quality renovation would be advantageous, given the demanding standards set by Ashford Borough Council. Engaging in projects like this can enhance a business's portfolio, establish long-term relationships with government entities, and showcase capabilities in delivering satisfactory residential upgrades. With the procurement favouring open competition, it encourages diverse suppliers to put forward their bids and expand their reach in the public sector.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050177
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080287-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£4,601,897 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
3 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

SER CONTRACTOR

TMN CONTRACTORS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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