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Orchard Theatre Roof Works - Air intake and extract system

DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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21 Apr 2026 at 14:20

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02 Mar 2026 at 13:33

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Summary of the contracting process

Dartford Borough Council, based at the Civic Centre in Home Gardens, Dartford, United Kingdom, is overseeing the procurement of roof works on the Orchard Theatre, involving the air intake and extract system. The contract falls under the services category, specifically heating-system design services, and was executed as a direct procurement method without competition, due to its below-threshold status. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract period running from 3rd March 2026 to 30th November 2026. This project addresses the building's fire strategy requirements following a CFD smoke modelling exercise, ensuring the theatre's safety and compliance with current regulations.

The opportunities arising from this tender are particularly beneficial for SMEs specializing in heating-system design services. Although the procurement was conducted without competition, similar future projects may favour specialty contractors well-versed in ventilation and fire safety compliance within theatre environments. Business growth can be targeted by engaging with public authorities like Dartford Borough Council, as this enables visibility and credibility in the sector, fostering possible collaborations or lead generations for new bespoke projects within the area or beyond. Engaging with established councils can reinforce a business's expertise in delivering tailored solutions meeting safety and operational needs effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Orchard Theatre Roof Works - Air intake and extract system

Notice Description

Following CFD smoke modelling exercise, in order to satisfy the Fire Strategy for the building, a design for the additional air intake and extract to the theatre auditorium was needed

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065fa1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036207-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71321200 - Heating-system design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£75,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Oct 20257 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARTFORD
Postcode
DA1 1DR
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Dartford
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Dartford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CAR PARK SYSTEMS

CAR PARKING SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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