Kent Police Lecture Theatre Ventilation

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

17 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Planning

02 Dec 2025 at 08:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent initiated a procurement process titled "Kent Police Lecture Theatre Ventilation," focusing on ventilation and air-conditioning installation work at the Kent Police College in Maidstone. The procurement originally planned for a contract from 27th February 2026 to 31st March 2026, fell under the 'works' industry category. Although the procurement was initially planned with an open competition method below the threshold, the tender status was ultimately withdrawn on 17th June 2026 due to submissions exceeding the available budget. With a gross value of £240,000, and a net budget of £200,000, it aimed to replace a defective air handling unit. The planning stage was opened to the public on 2nd December 2025, with tender submissions initially ending on 19th January 2026.

This procurement process provided opportunities for businesses specializing in ventilation and air-conditioning installation, particularly those suitable as small and medium enterprises (SMEs). An open procurement method was advantageous for businesses experienced in public sector contracts that could deliver projects within budgetary constraints. Despite the withdrawal of this tender due to financial limitations, organisations with the capability to propose cost-efficient solutions may find future opportunities with the Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent, as there is a recognised need for improvements in facility management and infrastructure maintenance within this sector. The project's regional focus also suggested opportunities for local businesses to engage and expand within the South East region of the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Kent Police Lecture Theatre Ventilation

Notice Description

Replacement of defective air handling unit (AHU) supplying the Lecture Theatre at Kent Police College, Maidstone

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ec73
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057056-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45331200 - Ventilation and air-conditioning installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Withdrawn
Lots Status
Withdrawn
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 9BZ
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
TLJ South East (England), TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Park Wood & Mangravet
Westminster Constituency
Faversham and Mid Kent

Further Information

Notice Documents

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