Award

Refurbishment Works at Folca 2, Folkestone

THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Jan 2026 at 16:05

TenderUpdate

11 Nov 2025 at 16:05

Tender

06 Oct 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe has completed the procurement process for refurbishment works at the Folca 2 building, located in Folkestone's town centre. This contract, under the management of the sub-central government public authority, entails a number of vital refurbishments, such as an internal strip-out, damp proofing, replacing the existing roof and first-floor windows, and installing a new party wall. The tender process employed an open competition method, adhering to a one-stage process without consideration for variant bids. The contract's implementation commenced in January and is planned to conclude by the end of June 2026. The awarded contract, officially confirmed on 27 January 2026, will be executed by AW Construction Services Ltd., a supplier based in Folkestone, for a gross value of approximately £2.9 million.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment services. The demand for high-quality skills and experience, alongside competitive pricing, was apparent in the criteria, creating a conducive environment for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to thrive—demonstrated by the successful bid from a local SME. Companies experienced in works related to refurbishment would find such processes beneficial to leverage to increase their project portfolios. Additionally, businesses focused on sustainable practices and health and safety management will continue to find themselves in advantageous positions due to the high emphasis placed on these factors in this and similar tenders.

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Notice Title

Refurbishment Works at Folca 2, Folkestone

Notice Description

Folkestone and Hythe District Council (FHDC) wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier to carry out phase 1 refurbishment works at the Folca 2 building in Folkestone's town centre and invites organisations to submit a tender to meet F&HDC's requirements. The works consist of an internal strip out, damp proofing, replacement of existing roof and FF windows, and installation of a new party wall to separate the FOLCA 1 building. The contract is anticipated to start in January and continue for a period of 6 months. This tender will be conducted using a one-stage 'open' procedure. FHDC will not consider any variant bids. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1009765672

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a8f6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007249-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,420,696 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 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
THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE
Contact Name
Mrs Mhairi Richards
Contact Email
mhairi.richards@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01303853401

Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
Post Town
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

AW CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

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