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2025 - 1076 Groupwide LOLER Safety Inspection Services for Citizen Lifting Equipment - AWARD

CITIZEN

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02 Apr 2026 at 08:49

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Summary of the contracting process

Citizen, based in Birmingham, is seeking providers for LOLER Compliant Safety Inspection Services for citizen lifting equipment. The procurement falls under the category of lifting and handling equipment, specifically focusing on lifts and machinery inspection services. The tender process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to MAND PLS Ltd on 2nd April 2026. The contract will begin on 1st May 2026 and end on 30th April 2027, with an optional extension based on performance. The procurement method employed is open procedure, ensuring transparency and broad participation. This contract, valued at £63,000 per annum, offers opportunities in various geographical locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and across Europe.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in machinery inspection and lift equipment services. Firms possessing expertise in delivering consistent safety compliance are well-suited to compete, particularly those that can contribute to the social, economic, and environmental welfare of the contract's delivery area. While the original tender actions are complete, the potential extension offers continued business prospects. By addressing performance metrics diligently, businesses can leverage this contract to enhance their market presence within these sectors, fostering collaboration and recognition in public procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2025 - 1076 Groupwide LOLER Safety Inspection Services for Citizen Lifting Equipment - AWARD

Notice Description

Citizen wishes to tender for the provision of LOLER Compliant Safety Inspection Services to ensure that we receive an excellent service, which represents value for money. We are seeking to procure the services of suitably experienced service providers with the capability to deliver the required services and who best meet the need of Citizen and its customers. The estimated value of the Project is PS60,000 per annum (p.a.), and PS120,000 over the duration of the agreement. The contract will be let for a duration of 12 Months with an option to extend by a further 12 Months, subject to satisfactory performance against KPI's. The appointed service provider will be required to participate actively in the economic, social and environmental wellbeing of the area surrounding the location of contract delivery. In tender evaluations, contract performance conditions may specifically relate to social, economic, and environmental considerations. If you wish to express an interest in this project please ensure you are registered and logged into our Portal. The 'Express Interest' button will only appear on the Tender Management page if you are logged in. Applicants are advised to ensure that they do not base their submission on discussions with any other member of Citizen Staff. If you require any clarification on matters contained within the Tender Documents, you must do so via Correspondence of the Citizen E-Procurement portal. Failure to observe this requirement may result in your bid being eliminated. Please note that in the case of tender clarifications where appropriate, answers will be circulated to all tenderers. NB: Should you require assistance or clarification on the use of In-Tend, please contact In-Tend support on 0845 557 8079 / +44 (0) 114 407 0065. You must upload your bid by using the 'Attach Documents' button and your return must be submitted via 'Submit Return' on the Citizen E-Procurement portal before the deadline date provided in the project details. You will have the option to modify you bid up until the deadline.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8185447-6e89-4fd1-a323-17c34f06203f
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

42416100 - Lifts

42416120 - Goods lifts

42416130 - Mechanical lifts

71631100 - Machinery-inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20262 days ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 6-12 months
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
CITIZEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B37 7YN
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Bickenhill
Westminster Constituency
Meriden and Solihull East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MAND PLS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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