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Provision of a new Medway heritage strategy and governance model and heritage planning policy recommendations

MEDWAY COUNCIL

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Tender

27 Mar 2026 at 18:02

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council has initiated an open tender process titled "Provision of a new Medway heritage strategy and governance model and heritage planning policy recommendations," within the services category focusing on civic betterment and community facility support services. The location for the delivery of services is in Chatham, United Kingdom, specifically in the region UKJ41. The tender is currently in the active stage with the deadline for submissions set for 1st May 2026, and an enquiry period ending on 28th April 2026. Interested parties should note the tender's compliance with legal basis 2023/54 under UK legislation, and submissions are to be made electronically via the Kent Business Portal.

This tender presents an opportunity for enterprises specialising in heritage planning and policy development to expand their portfolio. Ideal candidates would be businesses well-versed in civic and community services, particularly those with experience in governance models and heritage strategies. With a contract value of £66,000 gross, the procurement method involves a below-threshold open competition, making it accessible for small to medium-sized firms to engage. The contract period spans from 18th May 2026 to 20th December 2026, offering a solid timeline for implementing strategies that contribute to community enhancement and public benefits.

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Notice Title

Provision of a new Medway heritage strategy and governance model and heritage planning policy recommendations

Notice Description

Policy strategy for the following: Provision of a new Medway heritage strategy and governance model and heritage planning policy recommendations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067728
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028780-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98133100 - Civic betterment and community facility support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 20 Dec 2026 6-12 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
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ41 Medway

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

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