This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Jul 2026 at 08:16

Award

24 Apr 2026 at 10:24

Tender

03 Feb 2026 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Garage Refurbishment Works 2026" has been completed by The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe. This tender involves the refurbishment of domestic garages and is classified under the industry category of refurbishment work. The work is focused in the United Kingdom, particularly in the region of Folkestone. The process was executed through an open procurement method, and although it was a below-threshold competition, it attracted several bidders. The tender progressed through to the award stage, with the contract awarded to Construction Square Ltd. The main contract period began on 5 May 2026 and is expected to end on 31 March 2027, marking key deadlines within the process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and refurbishment industries. Firms that specialise in refurbishment works and have the capability to operate within the specified region and time frame would be well-positioned to compete in such tenders. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have substantial opportunities as highlighted by the open competition method and the nature of the refurbishment project. Engaging in tenders like this can provide growth avenues through increased visibility and experience in public sector projects, paving the way for further procurement opportunities in similar or larger scale projects.

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Notice Title

Garage refurbishment Works 2026

Notice Description

Refurbishment programme for domestic garages 2026 to 2027

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0615f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070570-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
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
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTRUCTION SQUARE

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