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Replacement Windows - Rutherford Extension Rutherford College

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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Award

12 Mar 2026 at 16:57

Tender

16 Jan 2026 at 18:36

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent has completed the procurement process for its Rutherford College extension, seeking the replacement of its single-glazed aluminium windows with double-glazed alternatives. This contract was awarded on 12th March 2026 to Granville Noise Insulators Limited, highlighting an open competition under the 'works' category with a gross contract value of £204,000. Located at Canterbury Campus, Kent, the replacement work is expected to begin on 22nd June 2026 and conclude by 18th September 2026. Initially tendered on 16th January 2026, the procurement process followed 'below threshold' regulations, emphasising quality and price in its award criteria.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in window installation and refurbishment, particularly for those equipped to handle projects within active university environments. SMEs with expertise in the installation of windows, such as aluminium double glazing, are well-suited to compete in this sector. Granville Noise Insulators Limited's successful bid underscores the potential for growth and partnership within the educational construction industry, offering future renewal possibilities to engage in related works until August 2027.

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Notice Title

Replacement Windows - Rutherford Extension Rutherford College

Notice Description

This opportunity is for the engagement of a competent, experienced contractor to undertake the work to replace the aluminium single glazed windows with new aluminium double glazed windows and doors. The windows are located within Rutherford Extension which forms part of Rutherford College. Rutherford College is located in the centre of the University's Canterbury Campus and the surrounding buildings will remain active throughout the course of the works. The work shall be carried out between Monday 22nd June 2026 and Friday 18th September 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060821
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022574-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44221100 - Windows

45421132 - Installation of windows

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 days ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 18 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY, KENT
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANVILLE NOISE INSULATORS

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