Award

Grantham Canal

SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Jan 2026 at 10:26

Tender

20 Nov 2025 at 12:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by South Kesteven District Council, titled "Grantham Canal," falls under the industry category of construction and civil engineering works. The project involves controlling the water levels of the Grantham Canal by installing stop logs and access structures for maintenance and inspection, with a focus on safety. This process, now in the award stage, was carried out through an open, below-threshold competition. The contract was awarded on 8th January 2026 to ECS Engineering Services Ltd., with work scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026 and end by 29th April 2027. The buying entity is located in Grantham, UK, and the specifics of the tender highlight a commitment to quality and cost efficiency.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses within the construction and civil engineering sectors, particularly those focusing on waterway infrastructure and maintenance. SMEs in these industries could find this project a suitable fit, as evidenced by the awarded contractor, an SME. For companies with expertise in canal and water infrastructure works, this provides a platform to showcase capabilities and expand business portfolios. Engaging in such projects not only allows for immediate growth but also strengthens industry presence and credibility.

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Notice Title

Grantham Canal

Notice Description

To undertake works to control the water levels of the Grantham Canal by installation of stop logs into existing culvert structures and works to install safe means of access structures so that maintenance and inspection of the canal infrastructure can be carried out safely.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e571
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001326-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 29 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

WELLAND PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@southkesteven.gov.uk, wellandprocurement@melton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GRANTHAM
Postcode
NG31 6TT
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF3 Lincolnshire

Local Authority
Melton
Electoral Ward
Melton Warwick
Westminster Constituency
Melton and Syston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ECS ENGINEERING SERVICES

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