Tender

Port of Dover - Scaffolding Framework

DOVER HARBOUR BOARD

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22 Apr 2026 at 09:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The Dover Harbour Board is inviting tenders for the establishment of a scaffolding framework that covers both landside and marine assets at the Port of Dover. The framework agreement will be managed under a NEC4 Framework Contract with individual work orders issued as required. This tender falls under the "works" procurement category and is conducted through an open competition below the threshold with a method that includes reopening competition. Interested parties have until 22nd May 2026 to submit their applications via the Port of Dover's tendering platform. The contract period is expected to commence on 22nd June 2026 and conclude on 22nd June 2030.

This tender can provide ample opportunities for businesses specialising in scaffolding works because it encompasses a broad range of assets including buildings, bridges, and berth structures. Companies with expertise in scaffolding equipment, work, and structures would be well-suited to participate and compete in this procurement process. Furthermore, the framework agreement permits up to three participants, enhancing the potential for securing ongoing projects. It is ideal for businesses looking to expand their operations within the private utility sector, focusing on quality and competitive pricing as key awarding criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Port of Dover - Scaffolding Framework

Notice Description

The Port of Dover are seeking to establish a framework for the provision of scaffolding works across the Port's estate covering landside and marine assets, such as buildings, bridges, elevated roadways and berth structures. Works will be carried out under a NEC4 Framework Contract, with Work Orders issued to undertake specific works. These will be instructed using a NEC4 Engineering and Construction Short Contract. Each Work Order will be priced separately through quotations provided by the framework partners.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06883d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036475-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

44212310 - Scaffolding

44212315 - Equipment for scaffolding

44212317 - Scaffolding structures

45262100 - Scaffolding work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 22 Jun 2030 4-5 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
DOVER HARBOUR BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DOVER
Postcode
CT17 9BU
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Dover
Electoral Ward
Town & Castle
Westminster Constituency
Dover and Deal

Further Information

Notice Documents

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