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title: "Larkfield Leisure Centre - Air Source Heat Pumps"
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# Larkfield Leisure Centre - Air Source Heat Pumps

Buyer: TONBRIDGE & MALLING BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-563f8401-d158-493f-b673-0deb4e5cab5d

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## Summary

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council is overseeing the procurement process for the installation of Air Source Heat Pumps at the Larkfield Leisure Centre in New Hythe, Larkfield. The tender, titled "Larkfield Leisure Centre - Air Source Heat Pumps," falls under the "Construction work" industry category with additional classification in "Installation services (except software)." The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the contract awarded to DMA Group on 22nd November 2024. Key dates in this process included the tender issue date of 19th August 2024, site visits on 29th August and 5th September 2024, and the deadline for tender submission on 30th September 2024. The project aims to be completed by 19th December 2025.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, involved in construction and installation services to grow by engaging in public sector projects. The open procurement method ensures fair competition, allowing capable enterprises to contribute to significant public infrastructure improvements. The detailed timeline and clear procurement method assist businesses in planning and submitting competitive bids. Success in securing such contracts can enhance reputation, build portfolios, and create pathways for further public sector collaborations.

## Notice

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council (TMBC) ('The Council') is looking to install a new heating system comprised of an AHU and multiple variable speed Air Source Heat Pumps serving two pool plate heat exchangers and an LTHW backup coil in the air handling unit. The Larkfield Leisure Centre is a facility owned by Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council. It is a facility based in New Hythe, Larkfield which has both wet and dry sections within the building complex. There are a range of sports and leisure facilities as well as parking directly outside the centre. The building consists of a set of swimming pools - a leisure pool, a teaching pool, a toddler pool and a competition pool. The competition pool has an insulated metal ceiling, and the other areas have a combination of flat roofs and glass ceilings. The facilities accommodate an exercise studio & classes, function rooms, martial arts, multi-purpose sports hall, teaching pool, wellness gym, birthday parties, and children's holiday activities. The proposed solution relates to the competition pool and involves separating the heating into two, splitting the air handling unit and pool water heating. Tenderers interested in this opportunity must register their interest through the Kent Business Portal (registration is free). Once registered, tenderers will be able view and respond to the documents. Key dates and Timeline: Issue of Tender: 19th August 2024 Site Visits: 29th August & 05th September 2024 Deadline for requests for clarification: 16th September 2024 Expression of interest deadline: Midday on the 16th September 2024 Tender submission deadline: Midday on the 30th September 2024 Tender evaluation: wc 30th September 2024 Contract Award: wc 22nd November 2024 Project completion: 19th December 2025

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc1f9fad-fbf9-42f9-b59d-8467e524eb5d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £717,857 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TONBRIDGE & MALLING BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | TUNBRIDGE WELLS |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN1 1RS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Tunbridge Wells |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Tunbridge Wells |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DMA GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 51000000 - Installation services (except software)

## Release History

- 5 Dec 2024 at 09:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc1f9fad-fbf9-42f9-b59d-8467e524eb5d
- 19 Aug 2024 at 16:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e428912-c21c-4196-b2f8-99942ee96da3
- 19 Aug 2024 at 16:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92fc11bb-b9e9-4e85-b168-60690356e112

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc1f9fad-fbf9-42f9-b59d-8467e524eb5d
  5th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e428912-c21c-4196-b2f8-99942ee96da3
  19th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92fc11bb-b9e9-4e85-b168-60690356e112
  19th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/

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