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title: "TMBC East Gibson Refurbishment"
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# TMBC East Gibson Refurbishment

Buyer: TONBRIDGE & MALLING BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9a0699a-3118-4a68-ada0-42fa41d0fe0a

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## Summary

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council is inviting tenders for the refurbishment and associated external works for the Gibson East building, located at Gibson Dr, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4LZ. This procurement falls under the Building construction work category (CPV: 45210000). The tender process is currently active with a release date set for 13th January 2025 and a deadline for submission by 12:00pm on 21st February 2025. The evaluation period will run from 24th February to 14th March 2025, with the appointment of the contractor scheduled for 8th April 2025. The project's contract period is expected to start on 1st May 2025 and conclude on 31st December 2025.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs owing to the scope of works, which includes significant refurbishment, sustainability enhancements, and external facilities upgrades. The specific tasks required—such as new heating systems, PV installation, and facade remedial works—necessitate a skilled contractor with experience in building renovation and sustainability projects. Businesses with expertise in these areas, particularly those familiar with working on listed buildings, will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities and an excellent avenue for growth.

## Notice

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council are seeking a skilled and capable contractor for refurbishment and associated external works to be undertaken to Gibson Building, Gibson Dr, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4LZ. Project Overview: This project involves the refurbishment of the Gibson East building, including the removal of a corridor link to the Grade II-listed Gibson West, with remedial works to the facade. The scope includes the provision of new spaces within the ground floor layout, new heating and mechanical systems throughout, new external doors/windows, PV installation, and upgrades to parking and internal circulation. Additionally, a plant enclosure, external store, refuse store, and cycle shelter will be added, enhancing both functionality and sustainability. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 13th January 2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 21st February 2025 Evaluation: 24th February to 14th March 2025 Appointment of contractor: 8th April 2025 Tenderers interested in this tender must register and express their interest through the Kent Business Portal (registration is free). Once you have registered and expressed your interest, you will be able to view and respond to the documents. www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51981700-1556-4ab6-8f03-531075c12252 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,500,000 |
| 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 | 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45210000 - Building construction work

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2024 at 09:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51981700-1556-4ab6-8f03-531075c12252
- 18 Nov 2024 at 14:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6bf5bb3-0877-40d3-8168-cde30e7da31c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51981700-1556-4ab6-8f03-531075c12252
  19th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6bf5bb3-0877-40d3-8168-cde30e7da31c
  18th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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