Tender

Keynes College Accommodation FRA Works

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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Tender

24 Apr 2025 at 15:14

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent is currently at the tender stage for the project titled "Keynes College Accommodation FRA Works". This procurement, categorised under fire-prevention installation works and construction work for subsidised residential accommodation, is open to competition and based in Canterbury, Kent, within the United Kingdom. The procurement method being used is an open competition, identified as being below the threshold. Interested parties should note key dates, such as the enquiry period ending on 12th May 2025 and the tender submission deadline on 19th May 2025. The contract, valued at £200,000 (gross £240,000), is expected to run from 4th August 2025 to 19th September 2025. The decision criteria will weigh quality at 60% and price at 40%.

This procurement represents a substantial opportunity for growth, particularly for businesses experienced in fire door installation and fire safety enhancements within residential properties. Companies within the construction and fire prevention industries could leverage this tender to showcase their expertise in safety compliance and quality execution. The nature of this contract makes it ideal for contractors with a proven track record in accommodating regulatory needs and delivering high-quality installations that meet public authority standards. This open competition invites a diverse array of businesses, offering a transparent and competitive bidding environment to stimulate innovation and efficiency.

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Notice Title

Keynes College Accommodation FRA Works

Notice Description

The University is seeking a competent, experienced contractor to undertake the work required to address deficiencies in fire doors and fire compartmentation in four blocks of sleeping accommodation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05072a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016857-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45215210 - Construction work for subsidised residential accommodation

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Aug 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
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
Max Hubbard
Contact Email
m.hubbard@kent.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7892719788

Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY, KENT
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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