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Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 18:45

Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council is seeking to procure a qualified and experienced Structural Engineering Consultant for its residential and commercial property portfolio. This tender, titled "Structural Engineer Consultant," is in the tender stage and falls under the services industry category, specifically structural engineering consultancy services. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, and the tender period ends on 20th July 2026. The successful contract, which could potentially be extended, will run from 3rd September 2026 to 3rd September 2029, covering properties in the region UKJ4, United Kingdom, with an estimated gross contract value of £240,000.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for structural engineering firms, particularly those equipped to handle both remedial and consultancy services. The opportunity is particularly suited for SMEs seeking to establish or expand their presence in public sector procurement. Businesses capable of providing superior quality work will find this contract rewarding, especially considering the quality and price criteria set at 60% and 40% respectively. The open procedure allows a wide range of businesses to compete, ensuring that all tenders must be submitted electronically via the Delta eSourcing portal by the specified deadline.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Structural Engineer Consultant

Notice Description

ABC seeks to appoint a qualified and experienced Structural Engineering Consultant to investigate and report on structural issues identified within its residential property portfolio and commercial portfolio. The appointed consultant will provide expert advice, prepare detailed specifications for remedial works, assist with tender documentation, and oversee the execution of the works to ensure that all structural defects are rectified to the highest standard. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Ashford:-Structural-engineering-consultancy-services./5GP749FMQ5 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/5GP749FMQ5

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Possible option to extend for up to 12 months + 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bb8a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059166-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

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
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Sep 2026 - 3 Sep 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
ASHFORD BOROUGH 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
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1HU
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

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