Tender

Repairs to Victorian Bridges Russel Gardens, Dover

DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Jun 2025 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process by Dover District Council involves a contract for repairs to Victorian bridges at Russel Gardens, Dover. This project is categorized under construction work and falls under the works industry category. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with expressions of interest to be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by 1st July 2025, 12:00 hours. The contract, potentially commencing at the end of July 2025, is expected to last 15 weeks. The project is valued at £264,000 gross (£220,000 net), using an open procurement method designated 'Below threshold - open competition'. Dover District Council's contact address is Council Offices, White Cliffs Business Park, Whitfield, Dover, CT16 3PJ, UK, and interested parties can communicate via email at procurement@dover.gov.uk.

For businesses in the construction sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this tender represents a valuable opportunity to establish or expand their portfolio within the public sector. The open competition allows eligible businesses to demonstrate their capability in refurbishment and repair projects in historical construction settings. Given the emphasis on cost (70%) and quality (30%) in the award criteria, businesses that can offer competitive pricing while maintaining high-quality standards are well-suited to compete for this contract. This project not only promises financial benefits but also provides the potential for reputational growth by associating with a public authority like Dover District Council.

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Notice Title

Repairs to Victorian Bridges Russel Gardens, Dover

Notice Description

Dover District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable Contractor for the provision of a Refurbishment and Repair contract to carry out Repairs to Victorian Bridges at Russel Gardens, Dover. The contract is anticipated to commence end July 2025 (TBC) and will continue for a period of 15 weeks. Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk . Completed Response Documents are to be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12.00 hrs on the 1st July 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054639
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031336-2025
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jul 2025 - 10 Nov 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
DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@dover.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WHITFIELD, DOVER
Postcode
CT16 3PJ
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
TLJ44 East Kent

Local Authority
Dover
Electoral Ward
Whitfield
Westminster Constituency
Dover and Deal

Further Information

Notice Documents

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