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title: "GB-Canterbury: PC20_008 Summer Boiler Works 2021"
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# GB-Canterbury: PC20_008 Summer Boiler Works 2021

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e9d8d1a-3f31-4b23-affd-faa1e711d92b

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "GB-Canterbury: PC20_008 Summer Boiler Works 2021" is being conducted by The University of Kent, located in Canterbury, United Kingdom. This tender involves the refurbishment of Rutherford and Eliot plant rooms, along with the replacement of a pressurisation unit in the central boiler house. The current procurement is in the Tender stage with a closing date set for 16 April 2021, and the contract period is expected to commence on 1 June 2021, concluding by 3 September 2021. The procurement method is classified as an 'open procedure', with a total value estimated between £100 million and £400 million, falling under the works category, specifically for boiler installations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in boiler installations and refurbishment works. Given the size of the contract and the emphasis on economic operators that are SMEs, businesses with relevant capabilities and experience in similar projects are well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this tender can not only yield substantial financial benefits but also enhance a firm's portfolio and industry connections.

## Notice

Refurbishment of Rutherford and Eliot plant rooms and replacement of pressurisation unit in the central boiler house. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10bb9cd0-4408-48a9-8a8b-24b396da9be9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 3 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT |
| Locality | CANTERBURY |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT2 7NY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Blean Forest |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42160000 - Boiler installations

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2021 at 10:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10bb9cd0-4408-48a9-8a8b-24b396da9be9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10bb9cd0-4408-48a9-8a8b-24b396da9be9
  17th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Canterbury:-PC20_008-Summer-Boiler-Works-2021/A957AP7AE4
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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