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Pest Control Services 2026-2028

Dartford Borough Council

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15 Jun 2026 at 11:23

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19 May 2026 at 13:23

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Summary of the contracting process

Dartford Borough Council invites tenders for Pest Control Services for the 2026-2028 period, covering the geographical area of Dartford, United Kingdom. The tender is in the services category, following an open procurement procedure. The estimated contract value is £225,000, with a potential gross amount of £270,000, subject to a 12-month extension post its initial term ending on 31st July 2028. Important deadlines include the enquiry period closing on 16th June 2026, the tender period ending on 22nd June 2026, and the award finalised by 30th June 2026. The process is conducted electronically via the Kent Business Portal, with the procurement currently in the Award stage.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in pest control services to engage with a public authority, potentially leading to long-term growth. Ideal candidates are those that excel in quality service delivery, as evaluation criteria include price, customer service, personnel quality, location, environmental and sustainability considerations, and social value. This contract is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate high standards in these areas. Successful bidders will have the opportunity to foster a relationship with a sub-central government authority and, if performance criteria are met, potentially extend the contract by an additional year.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pest Control Services 2026-2028

Notice Description

Dartford Borough Council (Environmental Protection) is inviting tenders to enter into a contract to deliver a 'pest control service 'for the Dartford Borough Council geographical area. The contract is for the period from 1st August 2026 for 2 years (ending 31st July 2028) with an option to extend for a period of up to 12 months (1x 12 month extension).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Possible 12 month extension available dependent on performance of contractor and future requirements of the Council.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069bd6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056091-2026
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90922000 - Pest-control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 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
Dartford Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARTFORD
Postcode
DA1 1DR
Postcode Area
Dartford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Dartford
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Dartford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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