--- title: "Fire Escape Staircase Replacement" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8dc37efa-c93c-4a17-9779-b0a89b8661f2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8dc37efa-c93c-4a17-9779-b0a89b8661f2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8dc37efa-c93c-4a17-9779-b0a89b8661f2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8dc37efa-c93c-4a17-9779-b0a89b8661f2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FOLKESTONE TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-20" --- # Fire Escape Staircase Replacement Buyer: FOLKESTONE TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8dc37efa-c93c-4a17-9779-b0a89b8661f2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8dc37efa-c93c-4a17-9779-b0a89b8661f2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8dc37efa-c93c-4a17-9779-b0a89b8661f2.json) ## Summary Folkestone Town Council is seeking a suitable consultant for the provision of Employer's Agent services to oversee the replacement of the external fire escape staircase, canopy, electric cupboard, and flooring beneath the staircase at The Town Hall, Folkestone, CT20 1DY. This project, titled "Fire Escape Staircase Replacement," falls under the construction structures and materials industry category. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with quotations due by 28 March 2025. The contract is expected to commence in April or May 2025 and will include a twelve-month defects period post-completion, anticipated to be completed by 18 July 2025. The procurement method is direct through a single tender action, which aims to engage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for this below-threshold contract valued at £30,000. This tender presents a growth opportunity for SMEs specialising in construction and building repairs, particularly those with expertise in fire safety structures and related works. Businesses adept at delivering comprehensive construction services, including the handling of auxiliary products to construction, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The project’s scope requires precision and adherence to detailed specifications, making it an excellent opportunity for firms looking to enhance their portfolio with public sector projects and establish a relationship with the Folkestone Town Council. ## Notice Folkestone Town Council ("the Council") wishes to select and appoint a suitable Consultant for the provision of Employer's Agent services and invites prospective Consultants to submit a quotation to meet the Council's requirements. The Contract - Folkestone Town Council are looking to replace the external fire escape staircase, canopy over, electric cupboard, flooring beneath staircase and associated works at The Town Hall, 1-2 Guildhall Street, Folkestone, CT20 1DY The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the tender documents. It should be noted that by submitting a quotation, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence April / May 2025 and will continue until completion of a twelve months defects period following completion of the works, unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of the Contract. Return of Quotations - Prospective Consultants are required to complete and return the INVITATION TO QUOTE RESPONSE DOCUMENT via the Kent Business Portal (https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk) by the closing date as referenced in 1.2.1. No quotation received after the time and date specified shall be considered unless agreed by the Council's authorised officer in exceptional circumstances. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89e89ed4-eec4-425f-97d3-0448cbf5a158 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 May 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | 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 | FOLKESTONE TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | FOLKESTONE | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT20 1DY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe | | Electoral ward | Folkestone Central | | Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 20 Feb 2025 at 16:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89e89ed4-eec4-425f-97d3-0448cbf5a158 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89e89ed4-eec4-425f-97d3-0448cbf5a158 20th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/68f71ab2-1ad2-47a5-9f4a-d27df3867ed7 ITQ Instructions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dc708c9c-7a0b-4e98-a767-ca3a8476e139 ITQ Response - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/42f42685-e6d2-4d74-bd29-5b96bca2b2ba Preliminaries - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d9b7c0eb-16cd-41f0-9fd0-66c91ca2f9a5 CDM pre-construction information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0f34a532-df66-451e-95bc-c7f02579e996 Proposed floor plans and elevations - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1cbcfa2d-ed0b-4bf9-b106-d8eb71eaa323 Proposed sections A-A and B-B - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/18c7d9bb-866b-49dc-80cc-eaae154266eb Proposed sections C-C ## Notice URLs - https://www.folkestone-tc.gov.uk/Tender_Invitation_49327.aspx - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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