Award

White Mill Footbridge Replacement

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

21 Aug 2025 at 10:06

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was led by Kent County Council, focusing on the replacement of the White Mill Footbridge. The project falls under the 'works' industry category, specifically related to footbridge construction, and took place in the region of Kent, United Kingdom. The procurement process is at the 'Award' stage, with the contract awarded to Beaver Bridges Ltd. on 13 May 2025, and the project completion expected by 28 February 2026. The procurement was conducted using a 'Below threshold - unknown' method, with essential documents published on 21 August 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities in the construction sector, particularly for businesses specialising in bridge and infrastructure projects. Companies like Beaver Bridges Ltd., an SME, are well-suited for such contracts due to their expertise in footbridge construction. Engaging in such projects offers businesses the chance to expand their portfolio, gain credibility, and establish lasting partnerships with government authorities like Kent County Council.

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Notice Title

White Mill Footbridge Replacement

Notice Description

Order to Beaver Bridges for the design, manufacture and replacement of White Mill Footbridge with works to be completed over 3 phases.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058bef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050449-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45221113 - Footbridge construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£305,607 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
12 May 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sourcingsupportteam@kent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BEAVER BRIDGES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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