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Communal Doors & Entry Replacement

Tendring District Council

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23 Jan 2026 at 12:29

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23 Jan 2026 at 09:37

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23 Jan 2026 at 09:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Communal Doors & Entry Replacement" project is initiated by Tendring District Council, in collaboration with Essex County Council. This tender falls under the construction industry category, focusing on the replacement and improvement of communal doors and entry control systems across various buildings within the district. The location of the project is in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKH3 region. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 23rd February 2026 at 12:00 PM, and the enquiry period closing on 16th February 2026 at 12:00 PM. The procurement method is an open competition, inviting bids for the replacement of existing door systems with new secure aluminium door setups connected to cloud-based control systems.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses within the construction sector, particularly those experienced in security door installations and cloud-based access control systems. Firms specialising in high-security aluminium framed doors and entry systems will find this procurement particularly beneficial for business growth. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, fostering local business development. The contract envisages a gross value of £192,000, presenting a substantial opportunity for financial growth. Furthermore, with a strong focus on social value, businesses that can demonstrate technical quality and commercial efficiency will be well-positioned to succeed in this competitive tender, contributing to local community safety and improved public housing facilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Communal Doors & Entry Replacement

Notice Description

The Essex Procurement Partnership (EPP), on behalf of Tendring District Council (also referred to as "TDC", "the Authority" or "the Employer") is inviting suppliers to bid for the provision Communal Doors within the district. This service is a critical component of the TDC's Corporate Plan, Crime and Disorder Strategy, Community Safety and the Housing Antisocial Behaviour strategy within the district. The purpose of the procurement is to commission a reliable, experienced and professional contractor who can undertake removal, installation and construction for improvements to the current communal doorways in various buildings within the district. This procurement is for the replacement of existing steel, timber or composite communal entrance doors, side screens and door entry control systems, with new secure aluminium door sets and integrated door entry control systems with access control connected to 'Cloud Software'. Within the Council's Housing Investment Programme 2025-2026 it has identified the need to continue a rolling programme of communal door entry replacements. The focus is primarily on the main and secondary entrance doors to communal areas in the Council's housing stock, the project will contribute towards security and antisocial behaviour priorities in Corporate Plan, Crime and Disorder Strategy, Community Safety and the Housing Antisocial Behaviour strategy. The Council proposes to continue long- term programme to replace communal doors and door entry systems to sheltered units and general needs flats. The works will include the removal of current doors and entry and locking systems, installation of high security aluminium framed, powder coated and double-glazed doors/frames/ sidelights complete with all required furniture, fixings trims and accessories, making good, connection and installation connection and commissioning of new door entry systems complete with connection to the to the cloud-based control system established, and the testing and certification of all works including electrical testing and approved contractor notifications under the building regulations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060ceb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006170-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20268 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 1-6 months
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
Tendring District Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CLACTON-ON-SEA
Postcode
CO15 1SE
Postcode Area
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex
Local Authority
Tendring
Electoral Ward
Pier
Westminster Constituency
Clacton

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