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SOL - Specialist Welding and Metal Work Solutions (2025)

SOLIHULL MBC (SOL)

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Summary of the contracting process

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) is inviting bids for their "Specialist Welding and Metal Work Solutions" contract for 2025. This procurement, classified under "Repair and maintenance services" (CPV 50000000) and "Construction structures and materials" (CPV 44000000), requires a flexible and responsive service for various welding and metalwork tasks within the borough. The contract encompasses the provision and installation of bespoke gates, height barriers, security modifications, and emergency repair services. The procurement process follows an open procedure (below threshold) and the tender period concludes on 3rd September 2024, with the contract period running from 1st January 2025 to 31st December 2029. The project location is in Solihull, West Midlands, with the postal code B91 3QB.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in welding and metalwork services. Companies capable of offering bespoke fabrication, emergency repair services, and security enhancements would find this contract particularly rewarding. Additionally, firms experienced in heritage asset refurbishment, public safety improvements, and playground equipment maintenance are well-suited to compete. The open procedure and the preference for SMEs and VCSE organisations make it an accessible opportunity for a diverse range of businesses aiming to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Title

SOL - Specialist Welding and Metal Work Solutions (2025)

Notice Description

SMBC requires a flexible service and responsive service for different types of welding work and metal solutions within the borough. The scope of this requirement includes providing and installing bespoke made to order gates, height barriers and ad-hoc items as specified. It may also require modifications to existing access ways to increase security. This includes welding locking mechanisms, padlock housing and installing security bollards. Some urgent emergency repairs removal or make safe of council equipment. This would include: welding and metal works to skate park equipment, children's play equipment and fencing to ensure the safety and well-being of the general public. An element of the work may involve creation of design and/or refurbishment of Solihull borough heritage assets and art work items. As well as the items detailed above, the following work will also be required to be carried out: bench repairs and installations of new client supplied standard park bench, including laying of slab base, also wooden trip rail fence repair, replacement or new install. Additionally, in the event of urgent safety related works requirement for an immediate response. Due to the responsive nature of the works, no volume or value of works can be guaranteed and the contract value is an estimated based on historical repair and installation frequencies. Additional information: Please apply through following link www.csw-jets.co.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86cce417-b959-42f8-9892-d1c8a0a67c1e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOLIHULL MBC (SOL)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOLIHULL
Postcode
B91 3QB
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
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
St Alphege
Westminster Constituency
Solihull West and Shirley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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