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Port of Dover - Cruise Terminal Mobile Seaport Passenger Boarding Bridge

Description: To design, manufacture, deliver, install and commission 1 no. Mobile Seaport Passenger Boarding Bridge at the Port of Dover.

Summary: The Dover Harbour Board is initiating a public procurement process for the "Port of Dover - Cruise Terminal Mobile Seaport Passenger Boarding Bridge" project. This planned procurement, as announced in a notice on 10th August 2026, concerns the design, manufacture, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a mobile seaport passenger boarding bridge for the Port of Dover, categorised under the industry for passenger boarding bridges for ships. The location of procurement is designated as region UKJ44 in the United Kingdom, with the process currently in the planning stage. The procurement method is an open procedure with the tendering process set to occur electronically via the Port of Dover Procurement Platform. Key future dates include the selection documentation being prepared for early October 2026, with full tender documents available in early January 2027, and the tender submission closing on 26th February 2027.

IT Infrastructure Framework

Description: Dover Harbour Board intend to establish an IT Infrastructure Framework centred around 4 Lots: 1. Access Control 2. CCTV 3. Data Cabling & Infrastructure 4. Radio Infrastructure

Summary: The Dover Harbour Board is planning a procurement process titled "IT Infrastructure Framework," aimed at enhancing their IT systems in Dover, United Kingdom. This process is in the planning stage as of 7th August 2026, with a closing date for expressions of interest set for 30th September 2026. The framework revolves around four key areas: Access Control, CCTV, Data Cabling & Infrastructure, and Radio Infrastructure. The procurement method employed is a selective, competitive flexible procedure, allowing for the establishment of a framework agreement. The tender falls under the "works" category in private utility services, and it has a significant scope as it is above the threshold limit. It is anticipated that work will begin on 1st January 2027 and last until 1st January 2030.

Oil Heating Servicing and Maintenance for Social Housing 2026

Description: This notice is to alert the market that the FHDC has a requirement for oil heating and hot water servicing, maintenance, installation and associated works. As a social housing provider, FHDC is required to undertake landlord oil boiler servicing and maintenance to ensure that the oil-fired heating and hot water systems provided to its tenants remain safe, compliant and in good working order. FHDC is seeking an independent OFTEC-registered specialist contractor to undertake servicing, maintenance, repairs and associated works to approximately 96 domestic properties with oil-fired heating systems and to work collaboratively with FHDC to deliver this essential service. The contract is expected to include, but not be limited to planned maintenance, responsive repairs, installation and replacement works, and associated works. Further details can be found in the (read more...)

Summary: The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a contract titled "Oil Heating Servicing and Maintenance for Social Housing 2026." This procurement involves services in the sector of central-heating installation and maintenance and is located in the UK, specifically in the Folkestone region. The process follows an open procurement method, ensuring a competitive environment suitable for various industries. Notable dates include the end of the tender period on 2nd October 2026, with the enquiry period concluding on 21st September 2026. The contract intended to start on 1st April 2027 involves planned maintenance, responsive repairs, and associated works to oil-fired heating systems across 96 domestic properties, with a budget capped at £600,000 gross.

Refurbishment and Restoration of the Theatre Royal Margate

Description: Thanet District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of the Refurbishment & Restoration of the Theatre Royal Margate and invites prospective bidders to submit a Tender to meet the Employer's requirements. The Contract is specifically to enable essential refurbishment works to the Theatre Royal Margate to enable its reopening. The Theatre is the second oldest theatre in the UK, Grade II* listed and the original structure was built in 1787. It closed its doors to the public in 2022 and Thanet District Council is now looking for an experienced contractor to carry out the capital works. The reopening of the Theatre Royal is essential to maximising Margate's arts offering to the community and feeds into Thanet District Council's wider Town Plan. The (read more...)

Summary: Thanet District Council is currently seeking suppliers for the refurbishment and restoration of the historical Theatre Royal Margate. This project involves comprehensive restoration works to facilitate the theatre's reopening, vital to enhancing the town's cultural offerings. Located in Margate, the theatre is recognised as the second oldest in the UK and is Grade II* listed. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with the submission window closing on 15 September 2026 at 14:00. The project, estimated at approximately £4,100,000 exclusive of VAT, will operate under an open procurement procedure, ensuring a high level of competition and transparency in contractor selection.

Stray Dog & Kennelling Services

Description: Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of Stray Dog & Kennelling Services and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence 1st December 2026 and will continue for a period of three (3) years (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract), and may be extended for a period of up to two (2) years, subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. The specific requirements for the above are detailed in in the (read more...)

Summary: Canterbury City Council, acting as the contracting authority, is seeking submissions for the provision of Stray Dog & Kennelling Services, with a procurement process initiated on 27th July 2026. The open procedure tender is categorised under services, specifically targeting dog kennel services (CPV code: 98380000) within the UKJ4 region. Interested suppliers must submit their tenders electronically via the Kent Business Portal by 12:00 on 28th August 2026. The contract is slated to commence on 1st December 2026, lasting for three years with potential extensions up to an additional two years, contingent on satisfactory performance.

SAP28 - Land Between Eythorne and Elvington - Preliminary Market Engagement (PME)

Description: Dover District Council ("the Council") is undertaking Preliminary Market Engagement ("PME") to inform the future procurement strategy for SAP28 - Land Between Eythorne and Elvington. Interested parties can request a copy of the Council's Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) exercise by emailing procurement@dover.gov.uk . Completed copies of the questionnaire must be completed and returned to majorprojects@dover.gov.uk before noon on the 31st July 26. To view this notice, please click here:

Summary: Dover District Council is initiating a public procurement process titled "SAP28 - Land Between Eythorne and Elvington - Preliminary Market Engagement (PME)" which falls under the services category, specifically focusing on development services of real estate. As of 23rd July 2026, the process is in the planning stage with a significant focus on market engagement. Interested parties must complete and return the questionnaire to majorprojects@dover.gov.uk by 31st July 2026. The procurement is based in the UK, specifically in the South East region, and is supported by a legal framework detailed in the UKPGA 2023/54. The gross contract value is set at GBP 1,800,000, with a net amount of GBP 1,500,000, and the services contract is planned to commence on 1st January 2027 and conclude on 30th June 2028.

Refurbishment and Restoration of the Theatre Royal Margate

Description: Thanet District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of the Refurbishment & Restoration of the Theatre Royal Margate and invites prospective bidders to submit a Tender to meet the Employer's requirements. The Contract is specifically to enable essential refurbishment works to the Theatre Royal Margate to enable its reopening. The Theatre is the second oldest theatre in the UK, Grade II* listed and the original structure was built in 1787. It closed its doors to the public in 2022 and Thanet District Council is now looking for an experienced contractor to carry out the capital works. The reopening of the Theatre Royal is essential to maximising Margate's arts offering to the community and feeds into Thanet District Council's wider Town Plan. The (read more...)

Summary: Thanet District Council is currently seeking suppliers for the refurbishment and restoration of the historical Theatre Royal Margate. This project involves comprehensive restoration works to facilitate the theatre's reopening, vital to enhancing the town's cultural offerings. Located in Margate, the theatre is recognised as the second oldest in the UK and is Grade II* listed. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with the submission window closing on 15 September 2026 at 14:00. The project, estimated at approximately £4,100,000 exclusive of VAT, will operate under an open procurement procedure, ensuring a high level of competition and transparency in contractor selection.

Woodland Cottages - Lead Designer

Description: Folkestone and Hythe District Council (FHDC) wishes to select and appoint a design team for the redevelopment of Woodland Cottages, Lyminge and invites prospective suppliers to submit a Tender to meet the Council's requirements. The project brief is to demolish the existing Airey houses and redevelop the site with new affordable rental homes. This redevelopment provides an opportunity to increase site density, as the existing dwellings currently occupy disproportionately large plots. Initial viability studies indicate that the scheme must deliver a minimum of 17 new dwellings. Early and ongoing engagement with the Planning Authority will be essential to ensure a deliverable and acceptable scheme. The Local Authority Planning Department has advised that the design should reflect a Kent/Folkestone rural vernacular. The contract is anticipated to start September 2026 (read more...)

Summary: The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe is seeking to appoint a lead designer for the redevelopment of Woodland Cottages in Lyminge, under an open procedure. This procurement falls within the services category, specifically architectural services for buildings, with a budget allocation of £360,000 GBP. The project involves replacing existing Airey houses with new affordable rental homes, aiming to deliver at least 17 new dwellings in a Kent rural vernacular style. Key dates for this tender include the submission deadline on 31 July 2026, moved from an earlier date, with the contract anticipated to commence on 14 September 2026 and run for approximately four years. The tender is currently in the 'tender update' stage.

Architect services

Description: Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint up to 3 suitable suppliers for the provision of Architect services. The Contract is anticipated to commence September 2026 and will continue for a period of 3 years and may be extended for a period of a further 2 x 1 year subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. (read more...)

Summary: Canterbury City Council is currently seeking to engage up to three suppliers for architect services through an open procurement process. The Council, functioning as a sub-central government public authority, requires these services to align with UK region UKJ4. This opportunity, described under the CPV code "Architectural and related services," is part of an active tender process. Interested parties should note the critical deadline for submitting complete electronic tenders via the Kent Business Portal by 12:00 on 31 July 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1 October 2026, with an initial term of three years, potentially extending by two additional one-year periods based on service performance and the Council's discretion.

SAP28 - Land Between Eythorne and Elvington - Preliminary Market Engagement (PME)

Description: Dover District Council ("the Council") is undertaking Preliminary Market Engagement ("PME") to inform the future procurement strategy for SAP28 - Land Between Eythorne and Elvington. Interested parties can request a copy of the Council's Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) exercise by emailing procurement@dover.gov.uk . Completed copies of the questionnaire must be completed and returned to majorprojects@dover.gov.uk before noon on the 22nd July 26. To view this notice, please click here:

Summary: Dover District Council is initiating a public procurement process titled "SAP28 - Land Between Eythorne and Elvington - Preliminary Market Engagement (PME)" which falls under the services category, specifically focusing on development services of real estate. As of 23rd July 2026, the process is in the planning stage with a significant focus on market engagement. Interested parties must complete and return the questionnaire to majorprojects@dover.gov.uk by 31st July 2026. The procurement is based in the UK, specifically in the South East region, and is supported by a legal framework detailed in the UKPGA 2023/54. The gross contract value is set at GBP 1,800,000, with a net amount of GBP 1,500,000, and the services contract is planned to commence on 1st January 2027 and conclude on 30th June 2028.