Award

Installation of Air Source Heat Pump System at Fleetdown Community Centre, Dartford

DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

ContractTermination

30 Apr 2026 at 10:03

Award

17 Dec 2025 at 14:05

Award

01 Dec 2025 at 14:05

Tender

13 Oct 2025 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Installation of Air Source Heat Pump System at Fleetdown Community Centre, Dartford," initiated by Dartford Borough Council, progressed through various stages including tender, award, and contract completion. This project falls under the category of works, specifically dealing with heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning installation. Procurement was conducted using an open method below the threshold, designed to attract competitive bids. The procurement process initially commenced with the tender notice published on 13th October 2025, and its deadline for submissions was 6th November 2025. The contract was awarded to Brenwards, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), on 26th November 2025, and the contract was set to start on 15th December 2025 and end by 15th February 2026. However, the contract was terminated on 15th April 2026, as the work had been completed.

This opportunity provided significant potential for business growth to companies operating within the heating, electrical, and energy efficiency sectors. SMEs like Brenwards, with relevant experience in installing air source heat pumps and capable of meeting technical and professional quality standards, were particularly well-positioned to benefit. Businesses looking to compete in similar tenders in the future could benefit from demonstrating prior work within the heating and energy sector and showcasing technical abilities and social value contributions. The procurement emphasised price, which was weighted at 70%, alongside quality and previous experience, making it attractive for cost-effective yet quality-driven businesses. This contract and others like it highlight the potential for SMEs to engage actively in public sector contracts and gain valuable experience and revenue streams.

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Notice Title

Installation of Air Source Heat Pump System at Fleetdown Community Centre, Dartford

Notice Description

Remove radiators and cap pipework supply and install air source heat pumps and external condenser units at Fleetdown Community Centre, Dartford. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1001962903

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ae25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039724-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK11 - Contract Termination 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

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy

39715200 - Heating equipment

45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work

45331100 - Central-heating installation work

45331110 - Boiler installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£102,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£102,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£60,975 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£60,975 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 15 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DARTFORD
Postcode
DA1 1DR
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Dartford
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Dartford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRENWARDS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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