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Water Coolers

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)

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13 Feb 2025 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Water Coolers," classified under CPV code 31141000 for water coolers and 39222000 for catering supplies. The procurement process utilised an open procedure (below threshold) for goods and concluded with an award. The contract, valued at £87,087 GBP, was awarded on 13 February 2025 to Bensons Vending Limited. The procurement relates to the replacement of watercooler machines across the university's Peel Park and Frederick Road campus buildings, ensuring the machines are placed in high footfall areas and can refill sports bottles with ambient and chilled water. The contract period will start on 31 March 2025 and end on 31 March 2030, with no provisions for bottle-fed machines or cups at the installations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the water cooler supply and servicing industry, particularly those specialising in high-traffic institutional environments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were deemed suitable to compete in this procurement, indicating an opportunity for smaller businesses to expand their market presence or enter into partnerships with large institutions like the University of Salford. By securing a contract of this nature, businesses can enhance their portfolio with a prestigious client and gain a foothold in the educational sector. This could further lead to future contracts and collaborations, potentially driving substantial business growth.

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Notice Title

Water Coolers

Notice Description

* The University of Salford currently has two companies servicing 3 campuses (Peel Park, Frederick Road and Media City) and each school being allowed to manage their own requirements which has led to confusion and lack of ownership with staff turnover. * The University has over 25,000 students and 3,000 staff across the 3 campuses. * Some buildings are open 24/7 and others locked during the evenings & weekends. * Some areas are open outside of term time. * The University of Salford is seeking to replace its existing watercooler machines located across it's Peel Park and Frederick Road campus buildings. * The objective is to ensure watercoolers are in high footfall public areas of buildings and they are able to refill sports bottles with ambient and chilled water. * Plastic/paper cups will not be provided at machines. * The use of bottle-fed machines is not to be considered. Additional information: Full tender documentation can be accessed via InTend. All tender queries must be made via InTend. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fde7b97-b87f-4158-b7e0-69cc14e8f708
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

31141000 - Water coolers

39222000 - Catering supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£87,087 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 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
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BENSONS VENDING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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