Tender

Expression of Interest (EOI) for: Ninn Lane Re-development

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Apr 2026 at 11:11

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council is inviting expressions of interest for the "Ninn Lane Re-development" project, with the procurement process commencing at the tender stage. This initiative falls under the construction industry category, focusing on the redevelopment of a former wastepaper recycling site. The project location is in Ashford, United Kingdom, and includes constructing new industrial buildings. The deadline for submission is 1st May 2026. This procurement is being conducted via an open competition method under the Competitive Flexible Procedure in two stages, which highlights its emphasis on quality and suitability for small and medium enterprises.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth within the construction industry, particularly for businesses specialised in industrial building projects. Companies with experience in executing multifaceted construction works, including demolition and MEP installations, are well-suited to compete. With an estimated contract value of £2,625,000, this project is an ideal opportunity for firms looking to expand their portfolio within public authority contracts. Moreover, the open competition process allows for wider participation, providing equal opportunities to qualified construction businesses, particularly those keen on expanding their reach in the South East of England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expression of Interest (EOI) for: Ninn Lane Re-development

Notice Description

ABC is looking to procure a contractor to build a depot at Ninn Lane for ABC Direct Services, which is a former wastepaper recycling site with multiple concrete buildings and hard standings. ABC requires the construction of three (3) new industrial buildings, including demolition of existing structures, all associated building works (excluding Solar Panels), MEP installations, external works (excluding landscaping works), and all activities required for the complete execution and handover of the Project in accordance with the Contract Documents. This is being procured via the Competitive Flexible Procedure in 2 stages. This is the first stage expression of interest (EOI). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Ashford:-Construction-work./843GMF2Q62 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/843GMF2Q62

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067bad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030826-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,625,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,625,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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