---
title: "Supply of Ice-Creams for the Kearsney Abbey Cafe, Dover"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ba6f"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-22"
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# Supply of Ice-Creams for the Kearsney Abbey Cafe, Dover

Buyer: DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ba6f

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## Summary

Dover District Council is seeking a suitable supplier for the provision of ice creams at the Kearsney Abbey Café in Dover. The tender is classified under the "Ice cream and similar products" category and falls within the "goods" procurement type. The process is currently in the tender stage, with a procurement method of open competition. Key dates include a tender submission deadline on 6th July 2026 at 12:00 noon and a contract commencement on 1st August 2026, lasting for three years with a potential one-year extension. The contract value is estimated at £120,000 gross, with electronic submissions accepted via the Kent Business Portal.

This tender represents a substantial business opportunity, particularly well-suited for small to medium enterprises specialising in food supply, specifically ice cream products. The open competition procurement method allows for broad participation, providing an excellent chance for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the public sector. Companies capable of delivering quality products at competitive prices are likely to be successful, as the selection criteria place a 65% emphasis on pricing and 35% on quality. This contract offers a stable and recurring revenue opportunity over its duration, fostering growth and enhancing business reputation within the local government supply chain.

## Notice

Dover District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable Supplier for the provision of Supplying Ice-Creams at Kearsney Abbey Cafe and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence 1st August 2026 and will continue for a period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further year. Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal. The completed ITT response is to be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 hours on 6th July 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058665-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | £100,000 |
| 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 | DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | DOVER |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT16 3PJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Dover |
| Electoral ward | Whitfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dover and Deal |
| Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15555000 - Ice cream and similar products

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2026 at 15:32 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058665-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058665-2026
  22nd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/YQ28U97UQJ
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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