Tender

Gun Wharf Refurbishment Works

MEDWAY COUNCIL

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Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 16:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council is inviting tenders for the "Gun Wharf Refurbishment Works", which focuses on refurbishing its offices located at Gun Wharf, Chatham, within the region UKJ41 of the United Kingdom. The procurement, classified under the construction and building work industry categories (CPV 45000000, 45210000), is currently at the tender stage with an estimated contract value of £15,000,000 net. Interested parties must submit bids by the tender period's end on 23 January 2026, with enquiries due by 12 January 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure in accordance with legal basis 2023/54, allowing electronic submissions via the Kent Business Portal. Work is scheduled to commence on 18 May 2026 and conclude by 29 July 2027.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction firms capable of delivering comprehensive refurbishment projects within the public sector. Companies with expertise in building construction, as well as those specialising in mechanical and electrical works, will find this contract particularly beneficial for expanding their footprint in government-related projects. The contract's emphasis on quality and competitive pricing, alongside a consideration for social value, suggests that businesses with a robust portfolio in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions will be competitive candidates. The opportunity for substantial business growth exists through not only the substantial contract value but also the potential for enhanced visibility and reputation in public procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gun Wharf Refurbishment Works

Notice Description

Refurbishment of Medway Council offices at Gun Wharf, comprising new offices, meeting spaces, a council chamber, canteen and reception areas, toilets, windows/doors and inner courtyards together with associated mechanical and electrical works and all necessary works to deliver a modern, functional and safe office environment For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Chatham:-Construction-work./5WMH6D3XKG To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/5WMH6D3XKG

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ec3e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078610-2025
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 29 Jul 2027 1-2 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
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Nigel Ford
Contact Email
nigel.ford@medway.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01634332088

Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ41 Medway
Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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