--- title: "South Quay Shed, Whitstable - Market Research" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b28c2dc8-7394-4f9a-b57b-f9609b86cc91" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b28c2dc8-7394-4f9a-b57b-f9609b86cc91" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b28c2dc8-7394-4f9a-b57b-f9609b86cc91.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b28c2dc8-7394-4f9a-b57b-f9609b86cc91.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2018-12-07" --- # South Quay Shed, Whitstable - Market Research Buyer: CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b28c2dc8-7394-4f9a-b57b-f9609b86cc91 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b28c2dc8-7394-4f9a-b57b-f9609b86cc91) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b28c2dc8-7394-4f9a-b57b-f9609b86cc91.json) ## Summary The Canterbury City Council is currently in the planning stage of the procurement process for market research concerning the leasing opportunity of the South Quay Shed located in Whitstable, England. This opportunity is aimed at attracting dedicated individuals and businesses capable of contributing to the Harbour Board's financial self-sufficiency objectives. Interested parties are required to express their interest by registering on the Kent Business Portal, with the final deadline for submissions set for 15:00 on 4 January 2019. This tender represents a unique opportunity for businesses, particularly those involved in property management, leasing, or related services, to engage with and support a local government initiative. Companies with experience in non-residential property services will have a strong competitive advantage, while small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The engagement process is designed to promote community investment and partnership, making this an appealing project for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the South East of the United Kingdom. ## Notice Canterbury City Council is seeking to attract experienced individuals, businesses and other organisations willing and able to commit and invest over the term of the lease which will promote the Harbour Board's objective of financial self-sufficiency.This opportunity is for MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY and will be used by the Council and Whitstable Harbour Board to gauge interest in leasing a Council developed building at Whitstable Harbour. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. The deadline for completed submissions is Friday 4 January 2019 @ 15:00 Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the documents. The Expression of Interest Form is required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 15:00 on Friday 4 January 2019. Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2c44321-8e17-4d1b-a2da-6af2d154f5cc | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Dec 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 4 Jan 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | CANTERBURY | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT1 1YW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Northgate | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 70 - Real estate services ### Codes - 70332000 - Non-residential property services ## Release History - 7 Dec 2018 at 12:16 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2c44321-8e17-4d1b-a2da-6af2d154f5cc ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2c44321-8e17-4d1b-a2da-6af2d154f5cc 7th December 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.canterbury.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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