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Summary of the contracting process

Canterbury City Council is seeking to appoint a suitable supplier for balcony remedial works and replacement at specified sites in Canterbury, United Kingdom. This procurement process is categorised under the "works" industry category and is being pursued via an open competition method, suitable for below-threshold processes. A mandatory site visit was scheduled on 25 June 2026, and potential suppliers must submit their tenders electronically through the Kent Business Portal by 12:00 on 24 July 2026. The contract is expected to start in September 2026, lasting for a nine-month period. Tenderers are required to inquire through the portal, with the enquiry period open until 10 July 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those experienced in balcony work. The project value is estimated at £240,000, and the competition's criteria focus 60% on price and 40% on quality. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, presenting an opportunity to establish or strengthen relationships with a public authority body like Canterbury City Council. Engaging in this project not only promises potential financial benefits but also can enhance the business's portfolio and experience in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Balcony Remedial Works & Replacement

Notice Description

Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the undertaking of Balcony Remedial Works & Replacement at Artillery & Dragoon House + 3 x Blocks at Union St, Canterbury and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. It is a condition of the Invitation to Tender for you to attend a mandatory site visit. The site visit will be held @ 10 am on Thursday 25 June 2026. See 2.2.6 for further details. No further site visits will be held after this date. The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the Suite of documentation. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence September 2026 and will continue for a period of 9 months (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 10 July 2026 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b444
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060402-2026
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

45262900 - Balcony work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Sep 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 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
CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT1 2UR
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
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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