Tender

Ramsgate Royal Harbour Mechanical Dredging

RAMSGATE ROYAL HARBOUR, KENT MECHANICAL DREDGING

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Tender

05 May 2026 at 10:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Ramsgate Royal Harbour in Kent is currently in the tender stage for a mechanical dredging project, led by the Thanet District Council. With the process initiated on 5th May 2026, this procurement activity is essential for maintaining the marina's accessibility by removing accumulated sand. The open invitation to tender uses a formal open procedure approach. Critical dates to note include the clarification deadline on 29th May 2026 and the final submission deadline on 12th June 2026. The initial contract period is anticipated to commence in August or September 2026, lasting for three years, with options for a 12-month extension twice. Primary industry classifications for this contract include construction work and marine construction services, with the geographical focus on UKJ44, United Kingdom.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for companies specialising in construction and marine engineering, particularly those with expertise in dredging and maintenance services. The potential contract value of up to £436,500 presents significant business growth prospects. With an emphasis on quality and price, the contract is suitable for SMEs capable of delivering high-quality services competitively. The open procedure and the public nature of this tender provide equal opportunity for qualified businesses to compete. Successful engagement could enhance a company's portfolio within the public sector infrastructure and marine services domain, promoting further opportunities in related disciplines.

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Notice Title

Ramsgate Royal Harbour Mechanical Dredging

Notice Description

Ramsgate Royal Harbour requires regular dredging to ensure the entrance and other areas of the marina remain open and clear for vessels to transit. Due to the nature of the sea bed in these areas mechanical dredging is required to remove the quantity of sand that builds up annually. The Contract is anticipated to commence upon late Summer 2026 (August/September 2026) and will continue for a period of 3 Years with two options to extend at 12 months each, unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of the Contract. Important Information: All procurement documents are attached to the notice and available for suppliers to download and complete according to the instructions contained. The procurement process will be undertaken on the basis of a formal "open" Invitation To Tender (ITT) process. Evaluation will be on the basis of criteria and methodology as set out in the Invitation to Tender documents. Any clarifications or questions must be submitted via the Message area of the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on 29 May 2026. Completed Tender Response documents must be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on 12 June 2026. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Margate:-Construction-work./VQ4P35MZ39 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/VQ4P35MZ39

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There will be two options to extend at the Council's discretion for 12 months each, unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of the Contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069118
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040914-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45240000 - Construction work for water projects

45244000 - Marine construction works

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

71354500 - Marine survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£363,750 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£363,750 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Aug 2026 - 6 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RAMSGATE ROYAL HARBOUR, KENT MECHANICAL DREDGING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MARGATE
Postcode
CT9 1XZ
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
TLJ44 East Kent

Local Authority
Thanet
Electoral Ward
Cliftonville West
Westminster Constituency
East Thanet

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