Tender

Medway Schools - SRP Provision

MEDWAY COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 08:15

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council has initiated a public procurement process for construction works with the title "Medway Schools - SRP Provision" in Chatham, United Kingdom. This contract involves alterations to create new special educational needs (SEN) spaces within two primary schools. Under the procurement method of 'below threshold - open competition', the potential suppliers are invited to submit bids electronically through the Kent Business Portal, ensuring integrity and transparency of the process. The contract period is set from 21st July 2026 to 24th August 2026, with the tender submission deadline on 29th May 2026. This process is currently in the tender stage and falls within the industry category of construction work for school buildings.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses proficient in primary school construction work to expand their market presence. With a contract value of up to GBP 360,000, SME-suitable businesses can benefit from participating in competitive bidding where criteria include cost, quality, and social value measures. The open competition offers a level playing field for those with expertise in educational facilities construction, allowing them to showcase their capability and achieve growth by securing government contracts. Interested parties can gain more information through the Kent Business Portal, ensuring they comply with all requisites to enhance their chances of success.

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Notice Title

Medway Schools - SRP Provision

Notice Description

Medway Council is seeking quotes from prospective suppliers for construction works relating to alterations to provide new SEN spaces within two existing primary schools. Medway Council operates a fully electronic procurement process and requires all bidders refer to the most up to date documents located within the Kent Business Portal and direct any communications they may have through the same system to support the integrity and transparency of this activity. Contract Period: 21st July 2026 - 24th August 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068c2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038298-2026
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

45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

45214210 - Primary school construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 24 Aug 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
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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