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Background The house in Oaklands was left in the will of a local doctor in 1932. Over subsequent years the trustees have opened three rooms to incorporate a local history museum. One room (formally known as the John Button Room) has been cleared with the aim to set out to display a complete mix of items currently in store. Context The museum consists of three adjoining rooms within the mid - late Victorian period house. The museum adjoins the local library and Council offices. Room measurements: • Length 7.5 m (incl doors) • Width 4.1 m • Height 3 m The room is entered via the library foyer and two museum rooms. The room has two exit doors: one unused, the other leading to the Council offices and potentially disabled access. Two windows with central heating radiators beneath them are on the N and E external walls. Electrics: 3 double sockets on 2 walls (N and E), 1 double socket in centre of floor Lighting: Central hanging rail of spotlights Disabled access required as thoroughfare. Aim For the third room (previously known as the John Button Room) to be used to display the museum collection of artefacts linked to the history of the town, from c.1800 to the present day. To apply please contact Admin@hythe-tc.gov.uk. Should you decide to proceed with tendering please ensure that you use the tender envelopes which are provided for the submission of your price and ensure that it is submitted by the due date - 30 September 2024 midnight. Following the submission deadline members of the Davis Charitable Trust will meet to decide upon the successful tender. The process will include a presentation via the use of a communication platform.

To supply two diesel-powered (Euro 6 compliant) mini buses each with the following specification: 1/ Have 17 seats including the driver. 2/ Weigh no more than 3,500kg so that no D1 licence is required to drive them. 3/ have a form of wheelchair access. Application by email only to named contact. NB: the stated contract value is for the supply of two vehicles

Supply of an electric bus with the following specification: 1/ Have 17 seats including the driver. 2/ Weigh no more than 3,500kg so that no D1 licence is required to drive them. 3/ Have a form of wheelchair access. 4/ Cost less than £92,000. Application by email only to named contact.

Invitation to Tender: Hythe Town Hall Window Replacement Hythe Town Council is inviting suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit tenders for the replacement of windows at the historic Hythe Town Hall. As part of our commitment to maintaining the fabric of this important community building, we are seeking contractors who can demonstrate high standards of workmanship, robust health and safety practices, and proven experience in similar projects. All interested parties are required to attend a site visit with Council staff prior to submitting a tender. This will provide an opportunity to inspect the site and discuss the project requirements in detail. Tender deadline: 5pm on 21 November 2025 Interviews for shortlisted contractors: 8-10 December 2025 For further information and key requirements for tender submission and to arrange a site visit, please contact Projects@hythe-tc.gov.uk or call 01303 266152. We look forward to receiving your tender.

Hythe Town Council is inviting applications to carry out significant tree felling works to remove trees affected by Ash Dieback disease in it's woodlands at Eaton Lands. Contractors will need to create suitable access points, remove trees, demonstrate best environmental practice and work in accordance with relevant forestry commission and conservation guidelines. Additionally a completed tender will need to evidence how contractors will ensure correct completion of works, clearance of the site and appropriate aftercare and upkeep. To receive a copy of the tender document please contact planning@hythe-tc.gov.uk

Scope of Works • Cleaning and Preparation o Clear/cut grass in the immediate area surrounding the surface (note: Harris fencing will be made available & placed by HTC) o Pressure wash, hand clear and/or chemically clean natural growth (moss, weeds, etc) as well as possible. o Jet wash of the surface to remove any remaining organic matter o Include a biocide treatment to the entire surface to kill any remaining moss spores • Surface Repair o Dig out all damaged or cracked surface areas in order to refill where repairs are needed to create a smooth surface. • Surface Coverage with PlastiRoute o Apply the full colour coverage using specialist super-durable paint from the PlastiRoute range. o Colours as noted in enclosed diagram (Appendix E) • Line Marking o All courts to be painted with white lines • Completion and Clearance o Remove equipment and all associated waste materials. o Final clearance of the site, leaving it clean and tidy upon completion.

Scope of Works The outline below, and the grounds map specifications (Appendix D), detail the required works, which include: Scope of Works • Cleaning and Preparation o Eliminate weed growth around edges (note: the courts are fenced in so no Harris fencing is required) o Pressure wash, hand clear and/or chemically clean natural growth (moss, weeds, etc) as well as possible. o Jet wash of the surface to remove any remaining organic matter o Include a biocide treatment to the entire surface to kill any remaining moss spores • Surface Repair o Dig out all damaged or cracked surface areas in order to refill where repairs are needed to create a smooth surface. • Surface Coverage with PlastiRoute o Apply the full colour coverage using specialist super-durable paint from the PlastiRoute range. • Line Marking o All courts to be painted with white lines for both tennis and pickleball (see Appendix E for desired lines) • Completion and Clearance o Remove equipment and all associated waste materials. o Final clearance of the site, leaving it clean and tidy upon completion. All works must be carried out in accordance with the specifications provided herein and in compliance with heritage and conservation regulations applicable to listed buildings. For any further information, details or queries, please contact: Projects@Hythe-tc.gov.uk