Tender

Westgate Road New Build

DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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09 Jul 2025 at 13:45

UK4 - Tender Notice
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26 Jun 2025 at 13:08

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Dartford Borough Council is seeking to procure a contractor for a new housing development project at Westgate Road, Dartford. This tender, titled "Westgate Road New Build," falls under the construction industry category and is part of the active procurement stage. The procurement method is an open competition, strategically designed to engage diverse contractor participation. Prospective contractors must submit their tenders electronically via the Kent Business Portal by midday on Thursday, 21st August 2025. Enquiries regarding this tender can be made until 6th August 2025. The project's legal framework is defined under the UK Public General Act 2023, and the contract value is pegged at GBP 3,750,000 net (GBP 4,500,000 gross).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction industry, especially those capable of managing large-scale residential projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, given the project's suitability criteria. Companies with a robust portfolio in construction works and expertise in efficiently managing cost versus quality will find this tender particularly appealing, considering the 70% emphasis on price in the evaluation criteria. This project not only promises lucrative contract value but also contributes to long-term business growth, especially with the possibility of contract renewal due to unforeseen circumstances, enhancing business sustainability and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Westgate Road New Build

Notice Description

The Housing Team have developed plans to build new housing at Westgate Road, Dartford and need to procure a Contractor to deliver the works.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05543f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038641-2025
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
£3,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,750,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 years
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
DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

RIDGE AND PARTNERS LLP

Contact Name
Dartford Borough Council Procurement Team
Contact Email
marketing@ridge.co.uk, procurement@dartford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01322 343434

Buyer Location

Locality
DARTFORD
Postcode
DA1 1DR
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
West Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Woodstock and Bladon
Westminster Constituency
Bicester and Woodstock

Further Information

Notice Documents

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