Tender

Kearsney Abbey Play Project

DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL

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07 Oct 2025 at 11:05

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07 Oct 2025 at 09:05

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Summary of the contracting process

Dover District Council is seeking a suitable contractor for the Design and Refurbishment of the Kearsney Abbey Play Area in Dover. This initiative falls under the industry category of playground equipment and landscaping work for playgrounds, with work expected to begin on 13th April 2026 and last for eight weeks. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for electronic submissions set for midday on 17th November 2025. The project is located in the region of Dover, United Kingdom, and uses an open procurement method specifically for contracts below the threshold.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in construction and landscaping, especially those specialising in playground equipment and related works. The project is open to SMEs, potentially allowing smaller entities to compete on a level playing field. By participating in this contract, businesses can demonstrate their capabilities in public projects, potentially leading to more government and commercial work in the future. Interested businesses should prepare their bids highlighting quality and competitive pricing, as these are key evaluation criteria for the contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Kearsney Abbey Play Project

Notice Description

Dover District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable contractor for the provision of the Design and Refurbishment of Kearsney Abbey Play Area, Dover. The works is anticipated to commence13th April 2026 and will continue for a period of eight weeks. Tender returns are to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk by no later than 12:00 hours on 17th November 2025. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=985600271

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a93e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063322-2025
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

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

43325000 - Park and playground equipment

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£154,250 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£154,250 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 8 Jun 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
DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@dover.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01304872419

Buyer Location

Locality
DOVER
Postcode
CT16 3PJ
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
Dover
Electoral Ward
Whitfield
Westminster Constituency
Dover and Deal

Further Information

Notice Documents

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