Tender

Pest Control Services 2026-2028

DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

19 May 2026 at 12:23

Summary of the contracting process

Dartford Borough Council is seeking tenders for its Pest Control Services contract for the period 2026-2028, with the option to extend for an additional 12 months. The procurement falls under the services category and follows an open procedure, inviting bids from qualified entities. Located in the Dartford region (UKJ4), this tender process is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including the deadline for enquiries on 3rd June 2026 and the closing date for tender submissions on 15th June 2026. The contract will commence on 1st August 2026 and will run until 31st July 2028, covering pest control services within the specified geographical area.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in pest control services. The Council is looking for competitive bids that demonstrate strong customer service, effective account management, and a commitment to environmental and social value. With an estimated contract value of £225,000 GBP, bidders with experience in the public sector and an established presence in environmental services may find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The emphasis on quality and price suggests that businesses looking to scale their public sector offerings will be well-positioned to compete.

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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). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Dartford:-Pest-control-services./374N6G3T7R To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/374N6G3T7R

Lot Information

Lot 1

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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069bd6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045723-2026
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
19 May 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 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

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
Post Town
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

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