Tender

Renewal and Upgrade of Entrance Doors and Door Entry Systems to blocks at Gilbert Close DA10 0NH

DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Aug 2025 at 11:03

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Dartford Borough Council involves the renewal and upgrade of entrance doors and door entry systems for blocks at Gilbert Close, DA10 0NH in Dartford. This tender is part of an open competition under the category of works, specifically targeting access control and electrical installation systems. The tender is currently at the tender stage, with submissions required by 12:00 mid-day on 1st September 2025 via the Kent Business Portal. The enquiry period ends on 18th August 2025. This project, valued at £74,000, offers a significant opportunity within the public authority sub-central government sector, located in the South East of England.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in access control systems and electrical installation to expand their portfolio through public sector engagement. The open procurement method encourages robust competition, particularly benefiting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of meeting the project needs. The evaluation will prioritise a price-to-quality ratio of 70:30, rewarding competitive pricing alongside quality service delivery. The successful contract will begin on 1st November 2025 and conclude by 28th February 2026, allowing businesses to secure a contract that extends into the new year while fostering growth and strengthening client relationships with local government entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Renewal and Upgrade of Entrance Doors and Door Entry Systems to blocks at Gilbert Close DA10 0NH

Notice Description

The Door Entry system to various blocks at Gilbert Close DA10 0NH in Dartford are in need of replacement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058168
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046077-2025
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

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

42961100 - Access control system

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£74,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 months
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
Contact Name
Dartford Borough Council Procurement Team
Contact Email
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)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Dartford
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Dartford

Further Information

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