Scope
Reference
MH25_010
Description
This opportunity is for the engagement of a competent, experienced contractor to undertake the work to replace the existing fitted communal kitchens with a new kitchen along with associated decorating and flooring works. The kitchens are located within Darwin College. Darwin College is located in the centre of the University’s Canterbury Campus and the surrounding buildings will remain active throughout the course of the works.
Total value (estimated)
- £620,000 excluding VAT
- £744,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 22 June 2026 to 18 September 2026
- Possible extension to 18 September 2027
- 1 year, 2 months, 27 days
Description of possible extension:
The work shall be carried out between Monday 22nd June 2026 and Friday 18th September 2026. The University of Kent also reserves the right to utilise the successful contract for any other related works for a period of 12 months until 18th September 2027.
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45421151 - Installation of fitted kitchens
Contract locations
- UKJ4 - Kent
Submission
Enquiry deadline
26 February 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
2 March 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 60% |
| Quality | Quality | 40% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
University of Kent
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDYN-9654-JPQJ
The Registry
Canterbury, Kent
CT2 7NZ
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ44 - East Kent
Organisation type: Public authority - central government