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Purchase of existing Marquees at Manston

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This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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02 Feb 2026 at 10:12

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21 Jan 2026 at 15:52

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01 Dec 2025 at 12:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involved a direct award for the purchase of existing marquees at Manston, conducted by the Home Office, a central government authority in the United Kingdom. The contract, with a gross value of £1,899,656.81 GBP, was signed on 2nd February 2026, marking the completion of the procurement stage. The contract award was given to Speedy Asset Services Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Newton Le Willows, United Kingdom. This procurement was categorized under 'goods', specifically tents, with the legal framework provided by UKPGA 2023/54, highlighting a one-off goods purchase with a rationale of technical reasons.

This tender creates an opportunity for businesses specializing in the provision and supply of temporary structures and related equipment. Companies like Speedy Asset Services Ltd, with the capacity to manage large orders and logistical requirements, are well-suited to compete. While the direct award limits the competitive bidding process, understanding the niche requirements and maintaining readiness for future opportunities is vital. The contract value and procurement method demonstrate a lucrative government collaboration, offering established businesses the potential for significant financial engagement and sectoral growth.

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Notice Title

Purchase of existing Marquees at Manston

Notice Description

This UK Contract Details Notice is for the purchase of existing Marquees at Manston. Signed on 31st December. One off Goods purchase.

Procurement Information

One off goods purchase of previous hire contract agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ebd9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008801-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

39522530 - Tents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,583,047 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,583,047 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20255 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 4 Feb 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPEEDY ASSET SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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