Tender

Margate Main Sands Public Conveniences Refurbishment and new Build Facilities

THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL

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02 Mar 2026 at 07:20

Tender

21 Jan 2026 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

Thanet District Council is inviting tenders for the refurbishment and construction of public conveniences at Margate Main Sands, situated in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKJ44 region. The procurement process, initiated on 2 March 2026, is in the tender update stage, with significant deadlines including the submission of clarifications by 10 March 2026 and final tender documents by 20 March 2026. The refurbishment involves upgrading Victorian subterranean WCs and building new accessible facilities at promenade level, aiming for a start in April 2026 and completion within 25 weeks. The procurement adopts the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54 and occurs through an open competition, with evaluation based on price and quality. The contract is valued at £375,000 GBP, under a below-threshold open competition method.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses in the construction and refurbishment industry, particularly those specialising in public facilities and accessibility projects. Smaller businesses (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete due to the project's suitability criteria. The focus on site management and subcontractor coordination offers a platform for firms with expertise in high-profile locations and public service enhancements to demonstrate their capability, potentially leading to further local government contracts. Ensuring the timely delivery of these facilities before the peak spring and summer seasons could significantly boost the selected company's reputation and expand its portfolio in public infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Margate Main Sands Public Conveniences Refurbishment and new Build Facilities

Notice Description

Thanet District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of "Refurbishment of Subterranean WC's and Construction of New Accessible Wc's at Promenade Level" and invites prospective bidders' to submit a Tender to meet the Employer's requirements for the Margate Main Sands Public Conviences Refurbishment and new Build Tender. The Contract will be commenced and delivered within the out of season months and supports the public toilets (WC) improvement programme across the Isle of Thanet. The Victorian WCs below ground will be refurbished with separate male and female facilities. At the promenade level, fully accessible WC's and baby change facilities will be available. Public use of the WCs is of high importance for the spring and summer seasons. Therefore, excellent site management and sub-contractor management skills are required. The site is a high profile location providing one of two essential public conveniences serving Margate seafront. The Contract is anticipated to commence upon April 2026 a duration of 25 weeks. Important Information: All procurement documents are attached to this notice and available for suppliers to download and complete according to instructions contained. The procurement process will be undertaken on the basis of formal quotations. Evaluation will be on the basis of criteria and methodology as set out in the Invitation to Tender document. Any clarifications or questions must be submitted via the Message area of the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on 10 March 2026. Completed tender documents must be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on 20 March 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060aa3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018188-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45215500 - Public conveniences

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MARGATE
Postcode
CT9 1XZ
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
TLJ44 East Kent

Local Authority
Thanet
Electoral Ward
Cliftonville West
Westminster Constituency
East Thanet

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