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Mountbatten House Sale Agent Services

MEDWAY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Feb 2026 at 10:05

Tender

06 Jan 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council, based in Chatham, United Kingdom, initiated the procurement process for "Mountbatten House Sale Agent Services." This tender was focused on securing a sales agent proficient in Shared Ownership transactions, effective in reaching a vast pool of applicants through strategic market research and marketing efforts. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, classified under the category of real estate services. The award phase concluded on 18th February 2026, with the contract set to commence on 16th March 2026, running until 15th March 2027, with a possible 12-month extension. Connells Ltd was awarded the contract under this procedure, while the tender is characterized under public authority sub-central government, emphasising the importance of visibility and branding for the Medway Development Company.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in real estate services, particularly those experienced in handling Shared Ownership properties. The tender process highlighted the importance of both pricing and quality criteria, where small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were encouraged to participate, promoting diversity in the bidding process. Companies adept at creating compelling marketing collateral to boost brand presence in the local real estate market would find this opportunity fitting for growth and expansion. Engaging in such tenders serves as a pivotal growth driver for real estate firms aiming to establish or enhance their presence within public sector contracts. With the contract valued at £268,000, this agreement offers substantial revenue potential for the selected sales agent.

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Notice Title

Mountbatten House Sale Agent Services

Notice Description

We are seeking an experienced sales agent, that is knowledgeable on all Shared Ownership matters and has the scale and capabilities to reach a large pool of applicants to enable us to achieve our goals. This will be through extensive market research of the area and target demographic. Marketing our properties whilst reinforcing the Medway Development Company brand in a positive light. Please include pricing for your sales services, including works for progressing a sale through to completion and marketing the properties. It is optional to provide a separate pricing schedule for marketing collateral, such as brochures, merchandise, hoarding, signage and any other services you may offer. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1015635421

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Optional extension for up to a further 12 month period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060059
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015083-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70100000 - Real estate services with own property

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONNELLS

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