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title: "Communal Doors & Entry Replacement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060ceb"
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# Communal Doors & Entry Replacement

Buyer: TENDRING DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060ceb

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Communal Doors & Entry Replacement" project is initiated by Tendring District Council, in collaboration with Essex County Council. This tender falls under the construction industry category, focusing on the replacement and improvement of communal doors and entry control systems across various buildings within the district. The location of the project is in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKH3 region. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 23rd February 2026 at 12:00 PM, and the enquiry period closing on 16th February 2026 at 12:00 PM. The procurement method is an open competition, inviting bids for the replacement of existing door systems with new secure aluminium door setups connected to cloud-based control systems.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses within the construction sector, particularly those experienced in security door installations and cloud-based access control systems. Firms specialising in high-security aluminium framed doors and entry systems will find this procurement particularly beneficial for business growth. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, fostering local business development. The contract envisages a gross value of £192,000, presenting a substantial opportunity for financial growth. Furthermore, with a strong focus on social value, businesses that can demonstrate technical quality and commercial efficiency will be well-positioned to succeed in this competitive tender, contributing to local community safety and improved public housing facilities.

## Notice

The Essex Procurement Partnership (EPP), on behalf of Tendring District Council (also referred to as "TDC", "the Authority" or "the Employer") is inviting suppliers to bid for the provision Communal Doors within the district. This service is a critical component of the TDC's Corporate Plan, Crime and Disorder Strategy, Community Safety and the Housing Antisocial Behaviour strategy within the district. The purpose of the procurement is to commission a reliable, experienced and professional contractor who can undertake removal, installation and construction for improvements to the current communal doorways in various buildings within the district. This procurement is for the replacement of existing steel, timber or composite communal entrance doors, side screens and door entry control systems, with new secure aluminium door sets and integrated door entry control systems with access control connected to 'Cloud Software'. Within the Council's Housing Investment Programme 2025-2026 it has identified the need to continue a rolling programme of communal door entry replacements. The focus is primarily on the main and secondary entrance doors to communal areas in the Council's housing stock, the project will contribute towards security and antisocial behaviour priorities in Corporate Plan, Crime and Disorder Strategy, Community Safety and the Housing Antisocial Behaviour strategy. The Council proposes to continue long- term programme to replace communal doors and door entry systems to sheltered units and general needs flats. The works will include the removal of current doors and entry and locking systems, installation of high security aluminium framed, powder coated and double-glazed doors/frames/ sidelights complete with all required furniture, fixings trims and accessories, making good, connection and installation connection and commissioning of new door entry systems complete with connection to the to the cloud-based control system established, and the testing and certification of all works including electrical testing and approved contractor notifications under the building regulations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006170-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | £160,000 |
| 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 | TENDRING DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CLACTON-ON-SEA |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO15 1SE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | TLH3 Essex |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2026 at 12:29 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006170-2026
- 23 Jan 2026 at 09:37 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006033-2026
- 23 Jan 2026 at 09:27 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006026-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006170-2026
  23rd January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006033-2026
  23rd January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006026-2026
  23rd January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=7e1b47fc-3df8-f011-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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