This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 Jun 2026 at 07:20

Tender

23 Mar 2026 at 20:22

Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council has completed a procurement process for the construction of concrete and asphalt bases along with associated works in Ashford, United Kingdom. The project involves the construction of footpaths, the installation of concrete bases, and fitting preformed 1100-litre bin housings for ten blocks of flats located on Bybrook Road. Additionally, the works include laying kerbs and installing solar-lighted bollards. The procurement employed an open competition method, detailed under the UKPGA 2023/54 legal basis, and was categorised under the construction industry. The procurement process transitioned from the tender stage initiated in March 2026, with an end date for bids on 21st April 2026, to the awarding stage by 24th June 2026. The contract was signed with TM Contract Services Ltd, commencing on 22nd June 2026 and concluding by 28th August 2026, with a contract value of £163,116.26 (excluding VAT).

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the construction sector, especially those with expertise in groundworks and public infrastructure projects. Companies specialising in sustainable construction methods would also find this opportunity well-suited due to the incorporation of eco-friendly initiatives like solar lighting. Considering the subcontracting possibilities and the value associated with the procurement, SMEs can enhance their portfolio and market presence in the region by successfully delivering on such projects. This could lead to future opportunities with the Ashford Borough Council and other public authorities seeking reliable contractors for similar infrastructure development works.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Construction of Concrete/Asphalt bases and associated works

Notice Description

ABC is looking to procure a contractor to carry out ground works to construct footpaths, concrete bases, and to provide and fit preformed 1100 litre bin housings to 10 number blocks of flats located in Bybrook Road, Ashford. Associated works to include laying kerbs and installing solar lighted bollards.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06721e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059181-2026
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£163,116 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFORD BOROUGH 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
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1HU
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TM CONTRACT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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