--- title: "SC20052 - Market Square, Dover" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4b25e374-ed06-4503-8b33-3462fbe06a4c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4b25e374-ed06-4503-8b33-3462fbe06a4c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b25e374-ed06-4503-8b33-3462fbe06a4c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b25e374-ed06-4503-8b33-3462fbe06a4c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2020-12-15" --- # SC20052 - Market Square, Dover Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b25e374-ed06-4503-8b33-3462fbe06a4c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4b25e374-ed06-4503-8b33-3462fbe06a4c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b25e374-ed06-4503-8b33-3462fbe06a4c.json) ## Summary Kent County Council (KCC) is actively seeking tenders for the revitalisation of Market Square in Dover, a project designated as SC20052. This public realm redevelopment falls under the site preparation works category, with an estimated value of £2 million to £3 million. The tender process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions closing on 18 January 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 7 June 2021 and conclude on 3 January 2022, primarily located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This undertaking is part of a broader initiative aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and community appeal. This tender represents a significant opportunity for construction companies and civil engineering firms interested in contributing to urban regeneration efforts. Suitable competitors include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those with experience in public realm works, civil engineering projects, or the hire of construction equipment. Engaging in this contract can help businesses expand their portfolios, gain valuable experience in local government projects, and enhance their visibility in the regional market. ## Notice Kent County Council (the Council) is the largest county council in England covering an area of 3,500 square kilometres. It has an annual expenditure of over PS900m on goods and services and a population of 1.3m. The Council provides a wide range of personal and strategic services on behalf of its residents, operating in partnership with 12 district councils and 305 parish/town councils. The Council is responsible for maintaining over 8700km of carriageways and 6300km of footways across the County. This opportunity for a Public Realm redevelopment of Market Square in Dover. The aim of the project is to revitalise the traditional heart of Dover by providing a high-quality public realm scheme. This will encourage local growth by providing a safer, more attractive, and accessible environment for pedestrians, businesses, and residents. Repurposing Dover's historic Market Square as a hub for the local community and tourists alike and improving the connection between the high street and the seafront and creating a multipurpose events space, through providing safer crossing points and increased footway widths for pedestrians, strengthen connections to the St James development, manage the impacts on traffic and improve drop off / pick up logistics for buses and coaches. A key aspect of the project is the replacement of the existing redundant fountain with a new water misting feature. KCC are supporting Dover District Council and are responsible for the design and delivery of the project. The construction period will be circa 27 weeks and the anticipated construction costs will be between PS1.5m and PS2m. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72abc07a-d748-4424-a08e-c7f76843925c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Jun 2021 - 3 Jan 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | 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 | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME14 1XX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | Penenden Heath | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45100000 - Site preparation work - 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work - 45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator ## Release History - 15 Dec 2020 at 12:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72abc07a-d748-4424-a08e-c7f76843925c - 11 Dec 2020 at 09:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbd1e60a-e89d-4a67-aad8-fc61e748875a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72abc07a-d748-4424-a08e-c7f76843925c 15th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbd1e60a-e89d-4a67-aad8-fc61e748875a 11th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=b9a5fdc5-963b-eb11-8106-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.kent.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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