This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 Jun 2026 at 12:53

Award

22 May 2026 at 10:06

Tender

23 Mar 2026 at 08:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Herne Bay Bandstand Structural Repair Works has reached the award and contract stages, with Canterbury City Council as the contracting authority. This project, categorised under structural works, is valued at £805,137.39 and is set within the South East region of the United Kingdom (UKJ44). The contract, awarded to VPRO Infrastructure Solutions Ltd, will commence on 22 June 2026 and is expected to last for one year. An important precondition for participants was the mandatory site visit on 1 April 2026, with tenders initially due by 10 April 2026. The procurement method used was an open competition, conducted below the threshold, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in structural engineering and repair works, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like the successful supplier. Given the rigorous tender process and its award, companies with expertise in executing detailed structural repair projects with a focus on quality and cost efficiency could benefit from similar future opportunities with sub-central government agencies like Canterbury City Council. Participation in such competitive yet accessible tenders can provide visibility and the potential for long-term collaboration with public authorities.

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Notice Title

Herne Bya Bandstand - Structural Repair Works

Notice Description

Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of Herne Bay Bandstand - Structural Repair Works and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. It is a condition of the Invitation to Tender for you to attend a mandatory site visit. The site visit will be held @ 10 am on Wednesday 1 April 2026. The Contract is anticipated to commence May 2026 and will continue for a period of 1 year. The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the Suite of documentation. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. Please read Section 5 - Terms & Conditions. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 10 April 2026 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0670e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058100-2026
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

45223200 - Structural works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£670,947 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£670,947 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 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
CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT1 2UR
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
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VPRO INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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