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Comprehensive Lift Maintenance Contract

WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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22 Apr 2025 at 13:19

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Wirral Borough Council, located in Birkenhead, UK, involved a direct award for a comprehensive lift maintenance contract. This contract pertains to the maintenance of approximately 42 lifts in various social services, administrative, and educational buildings within the administrative boundaries of Wirral Council, under the industry category of lift-maintenance services. Key dates include the awarding of the contract on 31st March 2025, with the contract period running from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. The procurement, valued at £45,000, reached the award stage, with Knowsley Lift Services being the successful supplier.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in lift maintenance services. Businesses capable of executing complex maintenance tasks across multiple sites could thrive and expand their portfolios by participating in similar tenders. By securing contracts with local councils, businesses gain the potential to establish long-term working relationships, increase their service footprint, and enhance their reputation within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Comprehensive Lift Maintenance Contract

Notice Description

The Purpose of this Contract is to provide a Comprehensive Service Contract for approximately 42 lifts of various types, manufacturer and age, within social services buildings, administrative buildings, education establishments within the administrative boundaries of Wirral Council, including all associated equipment for a period of 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3978560a-cd7f-4432-93d3-72151ff7f591
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/060053ca-b679-4126-98d2-f0a697029ee6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50750000 - Lift-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRKENHEAD
Postcode
CH41 2AB
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD74 Wirral
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wirral
Electoral Ward
Birkenhead and Tranmere
Westminster Constituency
Birkenhead

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KNOWSLEY LIFT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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