Tender

Keynes College Psychology Laboratory Improvement Works

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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Tender

14 Apr 2026 at 14:44

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent is inviting tenders for laboratory improvement works at Keynes College, located on their Canterbury campus. This active tender is categorised under "Laboratory building construction work," within the works procurement category, offering an open competition method below the threshold. The project involves decorative improvements, replacement flooring, and the creation of larger laboratory spaces by merging smaller labs. The tender process is at the stage of submission, with an enquiry period ending on 4th May 2026, and the final tender submission deadline set for 11th May 2026. The contract is scheduled to start on 1st June 2026 and must be completed by 27th July 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and renovation, particularly in laboratory settings. Companies with expertise in efficient project delivery and experience working in active environments, such as university campuses, will find this contract appealing. The procurement process's emphasis on quality, weighted at 60% against a pricing criterion of 40%, underscores the importance of high standards in project execution. Furthermore, the potential for additional related works until July 2027 enhances the opportunity for extended business engagement with the University of Kent.

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Notice Title

Keynes College Psychology Laboratory Improvement Works

Notice Description

This opportunity is for the engagement of a competent, experienced contractor to undertake remedial and improvement works to the laboratories across Keynes College, Canterbury campus. Drawings and specifications for the works are appended to this document but comprise of decorations, replacement flooring and some minor alterations to small labs to create one large lab space. Keynes College is located in the centre of the University's Canterbury Campus and the surrounding buildings will remain active throughout the course of the works. The restaurant will be in use during the contract period and therefore working hours affecting the interior will be restricted. The work shall be carried out between dates to be agreed, the only stipulation would be that all works are completed by Monday 27th July 2026.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The University of Kent also reserves the right to utilise the successful contract for any other related works for a period of 12 months until 27th July 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06823f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033881-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45214610 - Laboratory building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 27 Jul 2026 1-6 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
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY, KENT
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
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
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

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