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title: "Larkfield Leisure Centre - Wet Change Refurbishment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0565c8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TONBRIDGE & MALLING BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-17"
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# Larkfield Leisure Centre - Wet Change Refurbishment

Buyer: TONBRIDGE & MALLING BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0565c8

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## Summary

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the refurbishment of the wet change area at Larkfield Leisure Centre, located in New Hythe Lane, Aylesford. This project, titled "Larkfield Leisure Centre - Wet Change Refurbishment," falls within the construction industry category, specifically targeting works related to leisure and sports facilities. The procurement was conducted through an open competition, deemed below threshold, with key milestones including the contract award date on 17th September 2025. The contract, valued at £275,843.53, has a scheduled contract period from 1st October 2025 to 31st January 2026, with ENSIGNA CONSTRUCTION LIMITED as the awarded supplier.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses involved in construction, refurbishment, and facility maintenance, particularly those specialising in leisure and sports complex projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can particularly benefit due to the open procurement method allowing broad participation. Companies with expertise in delivering high-quality refurbishment services on time and within budget could find this sector especially rewarding, given the emphasis on quality and competitive bidding criteria that prioritise value and craftsmanship alongside cost considerations.

## Notice

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council (TMBC) ('The Council') is looking to appoint a main contractor to carry out works to the wet change area at Larkfield Leisure Centre. TMBC owns Larkfield Leisure Centre (LLC) in New Hythe Lane, Aylesford and the site is operated by Tonbridge & Malling Leisure Trust ('The Trust'). LLC has both wet and dry sections within the building complex. There are a range of sports and leisure facilities as well as parking directly outside the centre. The building consists of a set of swimming pools - a leisure pool, a teaching pool, a toddler pool and a competition pool. The facilities accommodate an exercise studio & classes, function rooms, martial arts, multi-purpose sports hall, teaching pool, wellness gym, birthday parties, and children's holiday activities. The proposed refurbishment is in relation to the wet change area which is located on the ground floor. The wet change area consists of changing cubicles, lockers, shower area and toilet facilities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057504-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £276,000 |
| Lots value | £276,000 |
| Awards value | £229,869 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TONBRIDGE & MALLING BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MALLING |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME19 4LZ |
| 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 | TLJ46 West Kent |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ENSIGNA CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2025 at 16:21 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057504-2025
- 24 Jul 2025 at 15:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042920-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057504-2025
  17th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042920-2025
  24th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=894d2e11-a068-f011-813a-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True
  Please visit https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/ Project reference: DN784019

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ensigna.co.uk
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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