General Works & Reactive Repairs Contractors

CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Jun 2026 at 13:08

Summary of the contracting process

Canterbury City Council is seeking to engage four contractors for General Works and Reactive Repairs related to Domestic Housing Stock, as outlined in their current tender. This procurement falls under the works category, particularly covering environmental improvement works. The service will be carried out in Canterbury, UK, commencing on 10 August 2026, for a term of two years with a possibility of a two-year extension. The tendering process is open and below the threshold, encouraging competition. Interested suppliers are required to register and express their interest via the Kent Business Portal by 12:00 on 17 July 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in minor works and repairs. It is particularly suitable for SMEs due to its open competition and straightforward procurement method. Companies with expertise in managing housing projects and providing high-quality services at competitive prices will be well-positioned to compete successfully. The contract's potential extension based on performance also provides businesses with a long-term opportunity for growth and development in collaboration with Canterbury City Council.

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Notice Title

General Works & Reactive Repairs Contractors

Notice Description

Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint 4 suitable contractors to undertake Minor Works and Repairs outside of the standard Maintenance Contracts for the Domestic Housing Stock. The Contract is anticipated to commence August 2026 and will continue for a period of 2 years (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract), and may be extended for a further period of 2 years, subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. The allocation of work will be at the discretion of the Council as is the volume of work given during the contract term for any of the financial thresholds per Lot. The complexity and value of works cannot be guaranteed, and will be based on the needs of the Council. Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. 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 17 July 2026 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Environmental-improvement-works./4WYJK48F79 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/4WYJK48F79

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: May be extended for a further period of 2 years, subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b711
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057148-2026
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

45262640 - Environmental improvement works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,600,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 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
CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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