--- title: "Balcony Walkway Replacement at Sandgate High Street Flats, Folkestone" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0566be" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0566be" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0566be.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0566be.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE" published: "2025-11-06" --- # Balcony Walkway Replacement at Sandgate High Street Flats, Folkestone Buyer: THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0566be [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0566be) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0566be.json) ## Summary The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe initiated a tender process for the "Balcony Walkway Replacement at Sandgate High Street Flats, Folkestone" project. The procurement falls under the construction industry, specifically focusing on multi-dwelling building construction work. Located in Folkestone, UK, the process followed an open competition method below the threshold. This procurement has successfully reached the award stage, with contracts already signed as of 28th October 2025. The main contractor, ENSIGNA CONSTRUCTION LIMITED, will begin work from 3rd November 2025, with completion expected by 31st October 2026. Notable dates include key milestone achievements up to 6th November 2025, signaling completion of procurement and contract arrangements under the JCT MWD 2016 agreement. The procurement procedure accounted for an open approach with a comprehensive tender period, during which submissions were accepted until 26th August 2025. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the construction industry, particularly those specialising in building refurbishment and structural work. With a substantial contract value, there is potential for growth and increased local employment. Businesses skilled in precise structural work, safety management, and quality assurance are well-suited to partake in the project. Moreover, the tender process emphasized technical expertise, quality management, and minimal disruption to residents, thus offering a platform for businesses that can deliver high-quality, client-focused solutions while maintaining exemplary safety standards. This approach encourages businesses to showcase their capability in managing demanding projects efficiently, ultimately helping them enhance their portfolio and market presence. ## Notice Replacement of the rear access balcony to second-floor maisonettes, with the following key components: * Removal and replacement of existing balcony deck. * Remedial works to cantilevered support beams as per structural engineer recommendations. * Replacement of existing handrails and guarding to meet current Building Regulations. * Redirection of existing rainwater pipe from penetrating the deck to discharge at the side of the stairwell projection. The form of contract shall be a JCT MWD 2016 agreement. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Option to extend for a further period (or periods) of up to 6 months or as needed to complete the works. Any extensions to be an extension of time only without additional costs (notwithstanding any separate modifications to the contract). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071513-2025 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 10 Sep 2025 | | Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | Lots value | £100,000 | | Awards value | £88,642 | | Contracts value | £88,642 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE | | Locality | FOLKESTONE | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT20 2QY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe | | Electoral ward | Folkestone Central | | Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe | | Delivery location | TLJ44 East Kent | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ENSIGNA CONSTRUCTION | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work - 45211341 - Flats construction work ## Release History - 6 Nov 2025 at 10:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071513-2025 - 11 Sep 2025 at 10:17 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055726-2025 - 28 Jul 2025 at 09:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043334-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071513-2025 6th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055726-2025 11th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043334-2025 28th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=7e70c036-046a-f011-813a-005056b64545 Full document pack is available via proContract v3 after signing in and clicking "Express Interest" at the link above. ## Notice URLs - http://www.ensigna.co.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=7e70c036-046a-f011-813a-005056b64545ORInterestedsupplierscanvisittheKentBusinessPortal(www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk)andsearchcurrentopportunitiesforDN783586.Toquoteyoumustcompleteandreturnthe"InvitationtoTenderResponseDocument"viatheportal. - https://www.folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/council-transparency/procurement-information - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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