This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

12 Jan 2026 at 11:26

Award

17 Nov 2025 at 09:34

TenderUpdate

27 Aug 2025 at 17:02

TenderUpdate

08 Aug 2025 at 13:47

Tender

10 Jul 2025 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe has successfully completed the procurement process for a significant contract involving the servicing and maintenance of commercial gas systems for its social housing stock. The contract, titled "Commercial Gas Servicing, Maintenance and Associated Works 2026-29," was procured via an open procedure. The services maintain compliance with relevant safety standards and regulations and were open for bids until 24th September 2025. The successful bidder, T BROWN GROUP LIMITED, will commence services on 1st April 2026, with the potential for a two-year extension after the initial three-year term ending 31st March 2029. The contract's primary focus is on the repair and maintenance services sector, operating primarily within the UKJ44 region.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the repair and maintenance industry, particularly those with expertise in commercial and communal heating systems. With a total value of GBP 858,000 and a focus on quality service delivery, the contract is ideal for companies with robust project management and regulatory compliance capabilities. Furthermore, there is significant potential for businesses to demonstrate their capacity for innovative and sustainable practices aligned with the council's environmental goals. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and those with social enterprise credentials were welcomed to bid, fostering inclusivity and community involvement. This approach not only creates revenue streams but also aligns businesses with public sector goals, fostering long-term growth and partnership opportunities.

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Notice Title

Commercial Gas Servicing, Maintenance and Associated Works 2026-29

Notice Description

Servicing and maintenance contract for commercial gas and alternative heating systems in F&HDC's social housing stock.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension option of up to 24 months dependent on the satisfactory performance of the contractor and presuming no significant changes to FHDC's requirements

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055cfd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002201-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£715,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£715,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£715,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£715,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-08-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
Postcode Area
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
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

T BROWN GROUP LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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