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title: "LUF - Works Package 4.3 - Castle Grounds & Keep, Canterbury"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a2c1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-13"
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# LUF - Works Package 4.3 - Castle Grounds & Keep, Canterbury

Buyer: CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a2c1

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## Summary

Canterbury City Council has awarded a contract for the regeneration of the Canterbury castle grounds and the manufacture and installation of a new raised walkway within the castle keep to BLAKEDOWN LANDSCAPES (SE) LIMITED. This project, titled "LUF - Works Package 4.3 - Castle Grounds & Keep, Canterbury," falls under the landscaping work category and is based in Canterbury, United Kingdom. The contract, which is under the sub-central government public authority classification, commenced on 16th December 2025, with an expected completion date by 30th May 2026. The procurement process was conducted through a below-threshold method, and the total gross contract value is estimated at £1,499,512.60.

Businesses specialising in landscaping, earthworks, and outdoor infrastructure can find growth opportunities with this contract by engaging with Canterbury City Council's endeavours to enhance its historic sites. The project will require expertise in both hard and soft landscaping, including the installation of street furniture and lighting, making it ideal for SMEs in these sectors. Active participation in such public contracts can boost credentials and visibility, especially for those looking to establish a presence in regional development and heritage site refurbishment initiatives.

## Notice

Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of LUF - Works Package 4.3 - Castle Grounds & Keep, Canterbury and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements: Description of works. This project involves the regeneration of the Canterbury castle grounds and the manufacture and installation of a new raised walkway within the historic castle keep. Works will include: Hard and Soft Landscaping: Page 2 to 5 * Earthworks * Creating new soft landscape areas * Creating new hard landscape areas using new and reclaimed historic paving and kerbs * Installation of new street furniture including benches, bins and signage * Installation of new lighting Castle Keep - Viewing Platform: * Manufacture and installation of castle walkway * Hard landscaping works to the interior of the castle * Installation of new lighting The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the Suite of documentation. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence September / October 2025 and has to be completed by March 2026 (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022785-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2025 - 30 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,249,593 |
| Contracts value | £1,249,593 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CANTERBURY |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT1 2UR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Westgate |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLAKEDOWN LANDSCAPES (SE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112700 - Landscaping work

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2026 at 10:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022785-2026
- 26 Sep 2025 at 08:46 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059968-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022785-2026
  13th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059968-2025
  26th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blakedown.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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