---
title: "Supply of Rock Salt and Play Pit Sand - Y21026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028db9"
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buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A KCS)"
published: "2021-01-27"
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# Supply of Rock Salt and Play Pit Sand - Y21026

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A KCS)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028db9

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Kent County Council (trading as KCS) for the tender titled "Supply of Rock Salt and Play Pit Sand – Y21026". This active tender falls under the goods category, specifically classified under the CPV code for sand (14211000), and it involves the provision of rock salt and treated play sand delivered within the UK. The submission period is open until 23 March 2021, with bids to be submitted electronically through the Kent Business Portal. The framework agreement allows a maximum of four participants in this open procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in supply and logistics of construction materials and play equipment. Companies capable of providing rock salt in specified variations and play sand that meets specific standards would be well-suited to compete. By participating in this procurement, businesses can expand their market reach and establish long-term relationships with a regional authority buyer, potentially leading to future contracts in the local authority sector.

## Notice

This Framework is for the provision of Rock Salt and Play Pit Sand. Rock Salt to be provided in brown - for the use of spreading on walk ways and white de-icing salt, to be delivered to end user. Dishwasher Salt must be bagged appropriately and labelled accordingly. Play Sand to be provided in bags , must be washed and treated to remove all toxins and packaging must clearly display the words PLAY SAND and all necessary standards. There are standards applicable to each product as stated in the specification and this will be the minimum requirement.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This Agreement is divided into 3 categories Rock Salt Dishwasher Salt Play Pit Sand Tenderers may submit pricing for one or morte products Rock Salt to be provided in brown - for the use of spreading on walk ways and white de-icing salt, to be delivered to end user. Dishwasher Salt must be bagged appropriately and labelled accordingly. Play Sand to be provided in bags , must be washed and treated to remove all toxins and packaging must clearly display the words PLAY SAND and all necessary standards. There are standards applicable to each product as stated in the specification and this will be the minimum requirement. Additional information: To gain access and complete the necessary documents please follow the instruction below Visit - WWW.Kentbusinessportal.org.uk Select - Opportunities Select Organisation - Commercial Services Select the opportunity appropriate to you from the list provided Express interest - you may need to register first Once successful expression is completed you can access and complete the requirements in two ways 1 - when you register you will receive a successful registration email, this also contains an link taking you direct to the opportunity 2 - when you log in to proactis go to my activities, select commercial services and you will be presented with the opportunity. Following the instruction from herein

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001635-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A KCS) |
| Locality | WEST MALLING |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME19 4YT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling |
| Electoral ward | Kings Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

### Codes

- 14211000 - Sand

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2021 at 13:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001635-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.commercialservices.org.uk
- http://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk

## Provenance

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