Tender

Cycle Hub Storage Unit

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Dec 2025 at 16:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council is inviting tenders for the provision of a Cycle Hub Storage Unit, with the requirement to supply, install, maintain, and cover all associated costs for a 24-cycle storage unit. The procurement falls under the category of 'Shelters' within the goods industry and is being conducted through an open tender process. This tender, ID ASH/25/225, is currently at the tender stage, and interested parties must note the submission deadline of 12th January 2026. The council is based in Ashford, UK, and the delivery location is within the UKJ4 region. The procurement method is open competition below the financial threshold, with electronic submissions allowed via the Kent Business Portal.

This tender represents a unique opportunity for businesses that specialise in goods related to cycle storage and maintenance, particularly those capable of offering high-quality solutions. The award criteria prioritise quality over price, with a weighting of 60% for quality and 40% for price, making it particularly suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that can emphasise superior quality offerings. Businesses well-versed in providing specialised construction and maintenance services for public infrastructure could find significant growth potential through engagement in this project, as the contract period extends from February 2026 to February 2029.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cycle Hub Storage Unit

Notice Description

ABC are looking to procure a supplier to provide a 24 cycle storage unit including installation, maintenance and any other associated costs. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Ashford:-Shelters./89R2UK5Q22 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/89R2UK5Q22

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f00f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080302-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44112100 - Shelters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20252 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2029 3-4 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
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stephanie Leonard
Contact Email
procurement.email@ashford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1HU
Post Town
Tonbridge
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
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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