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Refurbishment Works at Folca 2, Folkestone

THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

16 Mar 2026 at 11:26

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, a public authority within sub-central government, has successfully completed the procurement process for phase 1 refurbishment works at Folca 2 building located in Folkestone's town centre, United Kingdom. Under the open procurement method detailed as below threshold - open competition, the tender involved refurbishment including an internal strip out, damp proofing, roof replacement, and the installation of a new party wall. The contract was awarded on 27th January 2026, commenced on 3rd March 2026, and is set to finish on 30th June 2026. The project falls under the industry category of refurbishment works, emphasising prompt and high-quality completion within a given timeframe.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction and refurbishment, particularly SMEs in the region. AW Construction Services Ltd, a local SME specialising in refurbishment work, emerged as the successful supplier. With a contract value exceeding £2.9 million, this procurement can stimulate business growth by providing sizable projects to eligible companies. Enterprises with a demonstrated capacity for quality in skills, experience, methodology, programme risks management, and adherence to health & safety standards are well-suited to similar opportunities. The focus on carbon reduction further incentivises businesses committed to sustainable practices, so these projects can augment their credentials in environmental conservation while ensuring economic growth.

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Notice Title

Refurbishment Works at Folca 2, Folkestone

Notice Description

Phase 1 refurbishment works at the Folca 2 building in Folkestone's town centre. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a8f6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023414-2026
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


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
£2,420,696 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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