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Amberstone Design and Build

TOWN AND COUNTRY HOUSING

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15 Jul 2026 at 13:49

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Town and Country Housing, a public authority under the sub-central government classification, has initiated a tender for the "Amberstone Design and Build" project. This procurement process, employing an open procedure, is categorised under construction work and aims to develop a sustainable and high-quality residential project located in Tunbridge Wells, UK. The tender, valued at a gross amount of £12,000,000, is currently active with a final submission deadline set for 9th September 2026, and an enquiry period ending on 4th September 2026. The award is expected to be announced by 30th October 2026, with the contract commencing on 15th November 2026 and concluding in late September 2028.

This opportunity is ideal for construction firms experienced in delivering high-standard residential developments with a focus on energy efficiency, sustainable infrastructure, and operational excellence. Collaboration on this project can offer business growth through substantial contract value and a chance to showcase advanced construction capabilities. Companies specialising in comprehensive design and build solutions, particularly those with expertise in sustainable building practices and meeting stringent statutory requirements, would find this tender well-suited to their strengths. With specific emphasis on durability, efficient building services, and community-focused design, responding to this tender can position businesses for future collaborations in the public housing sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Amberstone Design and Build

Notice Description

This project seeks the delivery of a high-quality residential development that provides safe, sustainable, energy-efficient and low-maintenance homes designed for long-term occupation and management. The completed development must demonstrate excellence in design, construction quality and operational performance, whilst meeting all statutory requirements, planning obligations and Employer standards. Tenderers are expected to provide a fully coordinated design and construction solution that delivers durable building fabric, efficient building services, robust fire and life safety measures, secure and accessible environments, and high standards of resident comfort and wellbeing. The development should be designed to minimise whole-life costs, maximise energy performance and support efficient maintenance and asset management throughout its operational life. The completed homes shall provide attractive, functional and adaptable living environments with excellent thermal performance, acoustic separation, ventilation, daylight, storage and accessibility. Internal and external spaces should be designed to support modern living, promote resident wellbeing and create a positive sense of place. The wider development shall deliver resilient infrastructure, effective drainage, reliable utility services, integrated digital connectivity, sustainable transport measures and high-quality landscaping, creating a safe and attractive environment for residents whilst reducing future maintenance liabilities. Tenderers shall demonstrate how their proposals achieve these outcomes and provide a fully tested, commissioned and compliant development supported by all necessary approvals, certifications, warranties, operational information and training required for successful handover and long-term management. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Tunbridge-Wells:-Construction-work./8YY4JUF5QH To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8YY4JUF5QH

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc0e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066832-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Nov 2026 - 28 Sep 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOWN AND COUNTRY HOUSING
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1LQ
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Further Information

Notice Documents

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