Tender

Invitation to Tender For Relining of Pond at Kent & Sussex Crematorium

TMT PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP

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Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

The tendering process is initiated by TMT Procurement Partnership for the project titled "Invitation to Tender For Relining of Pond at Kent & Sussex Crematorium," under the sub-central government authority of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. Located at Benhall Mill Road, Tunbridge Wells, this construction project falls within the industry category of "Construction work for water projects" and "Repair and maintenance services." This active tender is in the stage of invitation for bids, with the deadline for submission on 16th March 2026 at 12:00 noon. Prospective bidders can enquire until 9th March 2026. The open competition procurement method aims to find providers suitable for executing works valued at approximately £36,000 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth in the construction and repair industry, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with expertise in water-related projects and repair services are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity, given the focus on both cost (70%) and quality (30%) in the award criteria. By participating, businesses can expand their portfolio within public sector projects, foster local partnerships, and contribute to infrastructural efficiencies in Tunbridge Wells. The contract is set to commence on 1st May 2026 and conclude by the end of June 2026, offering a concise timeline for experienced contractors to efficiently execute the project.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender For Relining of Pond at Kent & Sussex Crematorium

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is looking to have the large Pond in the grounds relined and put back in to use. The site address is The Kent and Sussex Crematorium and Cemetery, Benhall Mill Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5JJ. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Tunbridge-Wells:-Construction-work-for-water-projects./KM2734K6Z8 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/KM2734K6Z8

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065573
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014063-2026
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45240000 - Construction work for water projects

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Jun 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
TMT PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP
Contact Name
James Hudson-Austin
Contact Email
procurement@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01892554427

Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

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