Award

Building Fabric Services

MEDWAY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

20 Mar 2026 at 11:45

Award

27 Jan 2026 at 14:05

TenderUpdate

03 Oct 2025 at 13:05

Tender

02 Oct 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council is the buying organisation for the procurement process titled "Building Fabric Services", focusing on the industry category related to building alteration work and building services. The contract encompasses services and associated works to support the operations of Medway Council properties located in Chatham, UKJ41, United Kingdom. The process has reached the "Award" stage, with a contract set to begin on 1st April 2026 and potentially extend through several terms, up to a maximum of 7 years ending on 31st March 2033. The procurement method employed was an open competition, falling below the financial threshold. The contract was signed on 20th March 2026, with an overall value of £2,100,000 gross.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs engaged in building alteration and services. With an open competition structure, various businesses had the chance to participate, culminating in three final stage bids received. Ideally, SMEs with expertise in building fabric services are suited to excel, as demonstrated by Topcoat Construction Ltd, which secured the contract. The procurement criteria emphasised pricing, quality, and social value measures, allowing businesses to showcase their strengths across these areas. The potential for contract extension amplifies opportunities for sustained growth over the long term. Businesses looking to expand their operations within public sector works in the United Kingdom would find this an attractive endeavour.

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Notice Title

Building Fabric Services

Notice Description

Building fabric services and associated works that the appointed Contractor will perform to support the running of Medway Council properties. Period of Contract: The contract will be for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years, and then a further 2 year period up to a maximum term of 7 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years, and then a further 2 year period up to a maximum term of 7 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a73b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025686-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45262700 - Building alteration work

71315000 - Building services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ41 Medway

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TOPCOAT CONSTRUCTION

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