This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Sep 2025 at 17:21

Tender

24 Jul 2025 at 16:30

Summary of the contracting process

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the refurbishment of the wet change area at Larkfield Leisure Centre, located in New Hythe Lane, Aylesford. This project, titled "Larkfield Leisure Centre - Wet Change Refurbishment," falls within the construction industry category, specifically targeting works related to leisure and sports facilities. The procurement was conducted through an open competition, deemed below threshold, with key milestones including the contract award date on 17th September 2025. The contract, valued at £275,843.53, has a scheduled contract period from 1st October 2025 to 31st January 2026, with ENSIGNA CONSTRUCTION LIMITED as the awarded supplier.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses involved in construction, refurbishment, and facility maintenance, particularly those specialising in leisure and sports complex projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can particularly benefit due to the open procurement method allowing broad participation. Companies with expertise in delivering high-quality refurbishment services on time and within budget could find this sector especially rewarding, given the emphasis on quality and competitive bidding criteria that prioritise value and craftsmanship alongside cost considerations.

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Notice Title

Larkfield Leisure Centre - Wet Change Refurbishment

Notice Description

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council (TMBC) ('The Council') is looking to appoint a main contractor to carry out works to the wet change area at Larkfield Leisure Centre. TMBC owns Larkfield Leisure Centre (LLC) in New Hythe Lane, Aylesford and the site is operated by Tonbridge & Malling Leisure Trust ('The Trust'). LLC has both wet and dry sections within the building complex. There are a range of sports and leisure facilities as well as parking directly outside the centre. The building consists of a set of swimming pools - a leisure pool, a teaching pool, a toddler pool and a competition pool. The facilities accommodate an exercise studio & classes, function rooms, martial arts, multi-purpose sports hall, teaching pool, wellness gym, birthday parties, and children's holiday activities. The proposed refurbishment is in relation to the wet change area which is located on the ground floor. The wet change area consists of changing cubicles, lockers, shower area and toilet facilities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0565c8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057504-2025
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

45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£276,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£276,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£229,869 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MALLING
Postcode
ME19 4LZ
Postcode Area
Rochester
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
Tonbridge and Malling
Electoral Ward
Kings Hill
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENSIGNA CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

Further Information

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