Tender

Badsell Road

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Nov 2025 at 16:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Badsell Road" project is being managed by Kent County Council, a sub-central government public authority, based in Maidstone, United Kingdom. This tender, currently in the active stage, falls under the construction industry category, with specific focus on construction machinery and equipment, as well as construction work. The procurement method is an open competitive flexible procedure, allowing for potential negotiation if required. Key dates to note include the deadline for expression of interest on 9th December 2025, with an enquiry period ending on 26th November 2025. The contract, under the New Engineering Contract 4 (NEC4) Option A, is valued at £3,000,000 gross and is above the Procurement Act 2023 threshold for works, with an award period ending on 29th May 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction machinery, equipment supply, and construction work. With a focus on technical ability, the procurement process will shortlist six top suppliers into the tender stage, chosen through a rigorous evaluation based on a 'Lowest Price over Minimum Quality Threshold' methodology. Ideal candidates are small and medium enterprises equipped to handle a fixed lump sum contract and capable of delivering quality within outlined specifications. Participation requires registration on the Kent Business Portal, offering a structured procurement process and clear communication channels, providing a pathway for businesses to expand their operations through a prestigious local government contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Badsell Road

Notice Description

The Form of contract will be The New Engineering Contract 4 (NEC4) Option A (fixed lump sum with Activity Schedule) with KCC Z Clauses. The value of the contract falls above the Procurement Act 2023 threshold for Works, and the Client is using a Competitive Flexible Procedure (with an option to negotiate if required). The contract will be awarded to a single supplier following this procedure and interested suppliers are hereby invited to express their interest in this tender opportunity and submit their completed Procurement Selection Questionnaire (PSQ) by the date specified. For any Supplier who wishes to apply, the tender documentation is available via the Kent Business Portal (https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/). The documentation will need to be downloaded and submitted back to the Council via the Kent Business Portal. Please direct all communication via the Kent Business Portal which can be found at the following web address: www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk. Any communication outside of this will be redirected to the Kent Business Portal. Please note that you will have to register to use the portal. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Construction-machinery-and-equipment./3757PSH3CE To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/3757PSH3CE

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e0ca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073683-2025
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

43300000 - Construction machinery and equipment

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 6-12 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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Laura Garay
Contact Email
laura.garay2@kent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

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