Tender

External Building, Minor Civil & Ground Works

KENT AND MEDWAY TOWNS FIRE AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

28 Jan 2026 at 21:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

27 Nov 2025 at 19:05

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Kent and Medway Towns Fire Authority entails a tender for 'External Building, Minor Civil & Ground Works' across various sites in Kent. This process is currently in the tender stage, with key deadlines including the enquiry period ending on 20th February 2026, and the tender submission closing on 27th February 2026. The procurement is conducted through open competition, with the total project value set at £2,400,000 inclusive of all potential expenses. It falls under the engineering and construction works category, specifically creating opportunities in structural and civil construction activities.

This tender represents an attractive opportunity for businesses in the engineering and construction industries, particularly those experienced in structural steelworks, drainage, and surface works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to engage, given the suitability criteria outlined. Competing for such contracts could significantly bolster a business's portfolio, opening further prospects in public authority projects. With a focus on both price and quality, organisations capable of delivering cost-effective solutions while maintaining high standards will be well positioned to succeed in this tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

External Building, Minor Civil & Ground Works

Notice Description

This procurement is for works pertaining to 'External Building, Minor Civil & Ground Works' across all Kent Fire and Rescue Service sites in the county of Kent. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1010200903

Planning Information

Contractors are invited to join our Market Engagement event at 10-11.30am on Thursday the 11th December 2025. The event will be held on Microsoft Teams and recorded for those unable to attend. An overview of the contract scope and requirements will be given, contractors will also have the opportunity to ask questions. To be added to the event, please email procurement@kent.fire-uk.org with the names and email addresses of those that wish to attend. In addition to the above event, some draft tender documentation has been shared for comment including the specification, quality requirements and pricing schedule.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eaa6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007799-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45223200 - Structural works

45223210 - Structural steelworks

45232451 - Drainage and surface works

45233200 - Various surface works

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
12 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2030 4-5 years
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 AND MEDWAY TOWNS FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Rebecca Jarrett
Contact Email
procurement@kent.fire-uk.org
Contact Phone
01622 692121

Buyer Location

Locality
KENT
Postcode
ME15 6XB
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
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Tovil
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

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