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02 Jul 2026 at 12:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by Tower Hamlets, involves the contract titled "HAR6152: Mobility Aids - Lifts" focusing on the installation, servicing, and maintenance of domestic lifting equipment such as stairlifts, hoists, and step-lifts. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Lifts" and is located in England, United Kingdom. The process is in the award stage, having been completed with a direct procurement method. The contract is valued at £740,000 and spans from 20th April 2026 to 19th April 2030. The procurement process, classified under the services category, aimed at statutory servicing, certification, breakdown repairs, maintenance, and installation, was set to conclude its tender period on 6th March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mobility aids and lifting equipment, offering a comprehensive service programme over a four-year period. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in the installation and maintenance of such equipment, especially those with capabilities in responsive repairs and out-of-hours services, are well-suited to benefit from this contract. The awarded supplier, Stannah Stairlift Services Limited, exemplifies the type of SME that can thrive in this sector. Engaging in contracts like this aids in business growth by securing long-term, high-value projects that bolster company credentials and market recognition.

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Notice Title

HAR6152: Mobility Aids - Lifts

Notice Description

The Contract includes full and comprehensive service including: Statutory servicing and certification ,Breakdown/responsive repairs, Maintenance ,Out of Hours service, Minor planned works. Installation, servicing and maintenance of domestic lifting equipment including stairlifts, hoists, step-lifts, through-floor lifts etc

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70bfe51f-f168-4a3d-af76-7d2ae7558b7a
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

42416100 - Lifts

42416110 - Bath lifts

42416300 - Hoists

42418220 - Chairlifts

44115600 - Stairlifts

51511100 - Installation services of lifting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£740,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£740,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOWER HAMLETS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 1BJ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
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
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STANNAH STAIRLIFT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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