Award

Demolition and Renewal of The Cemetery Chapel Waiting Room and WC's, Benhall Mill Road,TN2 5JJ

TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

10 Jul 2025 at 12:14

Tender

28 Apr 2025 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council focuses on the demolition and renewal of the cemetery chapel waiting room and WC's located at Benhall Mill Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5JJ. The project falls under the building construction category and involves the creation of a modern single-storey facility. Procurement commenced with the tender phase on 28th April 2025, featuring key deadlines including expression of interest by 26th May 2025 and tender submission by 2nd June 2025. Evaluation was scheduled for the week commencing 9th June 2025, with the contractor's appointment following in the week of 30th June 2025. The procurement method utilised is an open competition, indicating inclusivity and encouraging broad participation from potential suppliers.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and building works, particularly those proficient in demolition and new structure development. The contract, awarded to AMMCASS Group Limited, valued at over £190,000, showcases the potential for considerable business growth. The procurement was structured below the threshold, providing SMEs with viable competition conditions. With the focus on cost (70%) and quality (30%), firms that can demonstrate a competitive edge in pricing while ensuring high standards may find this kind of project enticing. The works sector is actively seeking innovative and efficient companies ready to engage in regional development, presenting a platform for expansion and visibility in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Demolition and Renewal of The Cemetery Chapel Waiting Room and WC's, Benhall Mill Road,TN2 5JJ

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Council ( TWBC) are looking to procure the demolition of the existing cemetery waiting room and wc's, and the construction of a new modern single storey waiting room and wc's to meet the design brief (Appendix A) . The site address is The Kent and Sussex Crematorium and Cemetery, Benhall Mill Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5JJ.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05087c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038937-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£190,391 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
14 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ROYAL TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ46 West Kent

Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMMCASS GROUP

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