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title: "MBC Building Conversion, Cloister Extension, Pond Patio Refurbishment - Vinters Park Crematorium"
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# MBC Building Conversion, Cloister Extension, Pond Patio Refurbishment - Vinters Park Crematorium

Buyer: MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e589c5b-2b44-40db-9a1e-a709005e5aca

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## Summary

Maidstone Borough Council is inviting tenders for a project titled "MBC Building Conversion, Cloister Extension, Pond Patio Refurbishment - Vinters Park Crematorium." The project focuses on converting an agricultural building into a café and florist facility, extending the cloister, and refurbishing the patio and pool area at Vinters Park Crematorium. This falls under the industry category of "Building extension work," and is located in England, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with key dates including the tender release on 9th August 2024, the Expression of Interest Deadline at 12:00 pm on 30th August 2024, and the submission deadline for completed tenders at 12:00 pm on 6th September 2024. The evaluation is scheduled for the week commencing 9th September 2024, with the contract period set from 23rd September 2024 to 31st January 2025. This procurement will use the open procedure (below threshold).

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for SMEs and VCSEs, given its open procedure. Businesses specialising in building conversion, extension, and refurbishment work will find this tender particularly relevant. Subcontractors, suppliers of building materials, and service providers in related fields may also benefit from the potential business prospects arising from this project. Companies with a proven track record in similar projects within the industry are well-suited to compete for this tender.

## Notice

Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is undertaking the conversion of an existing redundant agricultural building at its Vinters Park Crematorium site to a cafe & florists' facility along with the extension of the cloister and refurbishment and modernisation of the patio / pool area. These 3 projects are being let as a single package of work. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 9th of August 2024 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm 30th of August 2024 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 6th of September 2024 Evaluation: w/c 9th of September 2024 Appointment of contractor: w/c TBC

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d87ce2b4-98ba-4002-830e-757926eb7e32 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Sep 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME15 6JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | High Street |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45262800 - Building extension work

## Release History

- 9 Aug 2024 at 15:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d87ce2b4-98ba-4002-830e-757926eb7e32

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d87ce2b4-98ba-4002-830e-757926eb7e32
  9th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=87cb7a7f-6456-ef11-812e-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.maidstone.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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