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01 Jul 2026 at 13:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "CN260712 Maidstone Girls Grammar School Demolition" was undertaken by Kent County Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Maidstone, United Kingdom. The project involves the demolition of specific blocks following the construction of new, fit-for-purpose facilities. As of 1st July 2026, the procurement process is at the Award stage, with the contract being active as of 19th June 2026. This falls under the "works" category, specifically construction work, within the UKJ4 region. The procurement method was limited, categorized as "Below threshold - limited competition," with key project dates spanning from 20th July 2026 to 28th August 2026.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses operating in the construction industry, particularly those specializing in demolition and related construction services. With the contract awarded to DDS Contracting Services Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Ashford, it demonstrates the potential for SMEs to secure public sector contracts in the UK. Businesses with expertise in executing below-threshold projects, who can offer competitive bids under limited competition, would find such opportunities beneficial for expanding their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Title

CN260712 Maidstone Girls Grammar School Demolition

Notice Description

Demolition of Blocks T & N following recent construction of new blocks fit for purpose.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c15d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061775-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£148,695 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COUNTY 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
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DDS CONTRACTING SERVICES

Further Information

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