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02 Jul 2026 at 13:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Rother District Council focused on providing Quantity Surveying (QS) and Contract Administration (CA) services for the refurbishment works of Ravenside Swimming Pool and Bexhill Leisure Centre. Classified under the services category, the tender aimed to cover RIBA Stages 1 through 6 for both design and ongoing contract support. The procurement was undertaken using a limited method, termed as below threshold competition, and was completed successfully by 2nd July 2026. Located in Bexhill-on-Sea, UKJ22 region, the buyer, Rother District Council, is a sub-central governmental authority. Key dates include contracts signed from 4th December 2025, with completion scheduled for 9th August 2026 and extending to 5th May 2027 in subsequent stages.

This contract provides an excellent opportunity for firms specialising in quantity surveying and consulting services, particularly SMEs like Cove Consulting Services Limited, the awarded supplier. It is well-suited for businesses looking to enhance their portfolios by participating in public sector projects focused on infrastructure development, refurbishment, and consultancy. Engaging in such projects not only amplifies brand recognition but also opens doors to potential collaboration with government bodies like Rother District Council, paving the way for future public procurement opportunities and business expansion within the UK. The contract's scope aligns with businesses capable of managing detailed design development and overseeing comprehensive refurbishment phases, ensuring quality assurance and effective project management.

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Notice Title

RDC Ravenside and Bexhill Leisure Centre QS and CA

Notice Description

Costing and CA services to develop RIBA Stages 1-4 for design works and ongoing contract support and QS services required for the landlord improvement works being undertaken to RIBA Stages 5 and 6, for the Ravenside Swimming Pool and Bexhill Leisure Centre Refurbishment Works.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c283
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062321-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71324000 - Quantity surveying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£29,520 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Dec 20257 months ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 5 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEXHILL-ON-SEA
Postcode
TN39 3JX
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Rother
Electoral Ward
Bexhill Central
Westminster Constituency
Bexhill and Battle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COVE CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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