Tender

Replacement of Roof Covering to the Sports Centre & Stacey Buildings

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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Tender

11 Feb 2026 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent has initiated a tender process for the replacement of roof coverings at the Sports Centre and Stacey Buildings on its Canterbury campus. This project falls under the industry category of special trade construction works, specifically focusing on roofing. The procurement process is currently active, and the deadline for tender submissions is set for 11th March 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 5th March 2026. Work is scheduled to take place between 22nd June 2026 and 18th September 2026. Operating from "The Registry," Canterbury, Kent, the University of Kent seeks bids through an open competition method, inviting all interested parties to present their proposals electronically, as per details available online.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for contractors specialising in roof works, repairs, and maintenance. The project is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given the reserved participation terms for such entities within Kent. The work required involves bituminous roof-covering and installation of rooflights and skylights, making it ideal for businesses experienced in these areas. With a project value estimated between £1,100,000 and £1,320,000, this offers a significant prospect for growth for businesses capable of delivering high-quality technical and commercial solutions, backed by competitive pricing. Successful companies will not only execute the immediate tasks but may also be retained for additional related services over a subsequent year, further enriching business interactions with this active public authority.

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Notice Title

Replacement of Roof Covering to the Sports Centre & Stacey Buildings

Notice Description

This opportunity is for a competent, experienced contractor to undertake the replacement of the roof finish and roof lights to the Sports Centre and Stacey Buildings on the University of Kent Canterbury campus. The work shall be carried out between Monday 22nd June 2026 and Friday 18th September 2026.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The University reserves the right to retain the successful contractor on our records for a further 12 months until 17/09/27 in the event that we would require further felt roof repairs on other University buildings over this 12-month period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064dd8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012393-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

31518300 - Rooflights

44115400 - Skylights

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

45261210 - Roof-covering work

45261214 - Bituminous roof-covering work

45261900 - Roof repair and maintenance work

45261910 - Roof repair

45261920 - Roof maintenance work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 18 Sep 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
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
Jacqueline Erasin
Contact Email
j.erasin@kent.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1227827669

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
TLJ South East (England), TLJ4 Kent, TLJ41 Medway, TLJ44 East Kent

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

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