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title: "Port Infrastructure Ground Investigations"
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# Port Infrastructure Ground Investigations

Buyer: THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a95254a4-b382-483e-9bc4-5582ba1d3411

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## Summary

Thanet District Council has completed the procurement process for the "Port Infrastructure Ground Investigations" project. This tender, which focuses on ground investigation work in the industry category of construction (CPV 45111250), took place at the Port of Ramsgate, postcode CT9 1XZ. The procurement method used was a limited competitive quotation below the threshold, with the procurement tender stage closing on 7th March 2024. The contract's duration is from 7th August 2024 to 20th December 2024, and the project was awarded to Ian Farmer Associates (1998) Limited for £37,623.3 on 6th August 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in ground investigation works. Businesses involved in construction, specifically those focusing on infrastructure assessments and design, would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Engaging in such projects can help SMEs build their portfolio, foster relationships with local councils like Thanet District Council and position themselves as key players in infrastructure development within the region.

## Notice

For the provision of ground investigations to be undertaken at the Port of Ramsgate in relation to Port Infrastructure Works. Works to be undertaken to assess the site and aid design of the Port Infrastructure project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7bcae93-14c3-442e-a4f0-51e86ca21c03 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2024 - 20 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,623 |
| 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 | THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | MARGATE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT9 1XZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Thanet |
| Electoral ward | Cliftonville West |
| Westminster constituency | East Thanet |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IAN FARMER ASSOCIATES (1998 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111250 - Ground investigation work

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2024 at 15:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7bcae93-14c3-442e-a4f0-51e86ca21c03

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7bcae93-14c3-442e-a4f0-51e86ca21c03
  19th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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