Tender

TWBC - Stock Condition Surveys

TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has initiated an active procurement process for the "TWBC - Stock Condition Surveys" in the building services industry category. This tender, released on 28th November 2025, seeks a qualified contractor to undertake stock condition surveys of council-owned buildings, including the preparation of planned maintenance reports. The procurement process is conducted through an open procedure, allowing broad participation. Interested parties should note key dates, including the deadline for clarifications on 19th December 2025 and submission of completed tenders by 5th January 2026. The evaluation of tenders is set to begin in the week commencing 5th January 2025, with the appointment of the contractor expected in the week commencing 12th January 2025. The work is to be conducted in the UKJ46 region, which includes Tunbridge Wells.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in building services, particularly those with experience in asset management software and maintenance planning. The contract is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, covering a three-year period with potential extensions. The open procurement method enables a wide range of businesses to compete, fostering competitive pricing and quality proposals. Successful contractors will have the chance to strengthen their portfolio with a public sector client and potentially secure renewals based on performance, enhancing their market credibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TWBC - Stock Condition Surveys

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is looking to procure a qualified contractor for completing Stock condition surveys on council owned buildings. To be completed utilising in house asset management software (logons and training will be given). Also, preparation of Planned Maintenance report from works highlighted and possible management of program. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 28/11/2025 Deadline for clarifications: 12:00pm 19/12/2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 05/01/2025 Evaluation: w/c 05/01/2025 Appointment of contractor: w/c 12/01/2025 For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Tunbridge-Wells:-Building-services./8ZJJQWJP5J To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/8ZJJQWJP5J

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This is a contract to provide surveys for a total period of 3 years (1+1+1), extensions subject to performance and commercial agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ec3c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078608-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315000 - Building services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 25 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
TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01892554425

Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ46 West Kent

Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

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