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Minor Aids and Adaptations Delivery - AWARD

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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14 Jul 2026 at 08:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Minor Aids and Adaptations Delivery" was conducted by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, based in the West Midlands, UK. This procurement falls under the construction work industry category, specifically related to building completion works. The tender process was conducted through an open procedure, culminating in the award stage. Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council published the award on 14th July 2026, following a tender period that closed on 14th April 2026. The awarded contract, valued at £950,000, will be executed by BAX Construction Ltd, spanning from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028. The locations involved include Sandwell, as well as regions across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and more broadly the United Kingdom.

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in minor residential adaptations. By focusing on services such as the supply and installation of support railings, ramps, and other accessibility enhancements, this contract is well-suited for businesses with expertise in small-scale construction projects that require adaptation work. Companies with capabilities in delivering reliable and cost-effective adaptation solutions—while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards—will find this contract beneficial. The proactive and responsive nature of the work provides continuous engagement and a stable source of revenue for businesses aligned with the council's requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Minor Aids and Adaptations Delivery - AWARD

Notice Description

The Minor Aids and Adaptations service covers the following works: A Minor Adaptation is defined as any alteration to a residential property costing less than PS1,500.00 in total for labour and materials. This service is both proactive and responsive. The Minor Adaptation Service includes supply and installation of grab rails, handrails, stair and second stair rails, steps and half steps, key safe installations, newel rails, over bath showers, drop arm rails and small ramps. The minor adaptations are provided without charge to the Service User. Access to the service and specified work are determined by the Council. This service is available to all residents living in Sandwell in Council properties. Specific works for the Minor Adaptations Service will include but not be limited to; * Increase internal doorway * Fill in open section of staircase balustrade * Supply and fit key safe * Provide a ramp up to 300mm rise * Provide a ramp exceeding 300mm rise * Provide external half step * Provide an additional external one and half step * Steel handrail to ramp * Supply and fit mop stick handrail and back board to stairwell * Supply and fit grab rail * Supply and fit grab rail (corner) * Supply and fit wall mounted, drop down rail * Supply and fix slatted shower seat * Supply and fix shower curtain & rail * Lever taps * Supply and fit Electric Thermostatic Shower * All asbestos surveying, sampling and removal associated with the Works. There is no requirement for an Out of Hours Provision. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 15:00hrs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5e11028-170f-4167-9fe8-925c7609ceed
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45450000 - Other building completion work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£950,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BAX CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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