Tender

M2526-14 - Lift Modernisation - Cluny House, Southend on Sea

SOUTHEND CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

30 Jun 2025 at 14:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Southend is actively seeking tenders for a project titled "M2526-14 - Lift Modernisation - Cluny House, Southend on Sea." This procurement focuses on lifting and handling equipment with additional electrical installation and lift-maintenance services. The contract involves multiple upgrades and repairs to the lift systems, including the replacement of various mechanical components and structural repairs within the lift shaft. Estimated at a value of £75,000, the tender is currently in the active stage with a submission deadline on 30 July 2025. This project is located in Southend on Sea, England, and the contract period is set from 11 August 2025 to 27 October 2025. Southend City Council is spearheading this initiative, and interested parties are encouraged to engage prior to the tender deadline.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in lift management, maintenance, and modernisation. Companies specialising in lifting equipment and those with expertise in electrical installations may find this project particularly advantageous. The project is well-suited for SMEs given the scope and scale of work, allowing smaller firms the opportunity to establish relations with Southend City Council and demonstrate their capabilities in a competitive environment. Businesses looking to expand their profiles in public sector contracts will find this tender an excellent opportunity to showcase their expertise in comprehensive lift refurbishment projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

M2526-14 - Lift Modernisation - Cluny House, Southend on Sea

Notice Description

The works generally comprise of the renewal of the full replacement of Car door hanger rollers, kicking rollers and car door guide shoes. New GAL VVVF car door operator including linkage arm and retractable skate, set car and landing door operation. The landing and car door sills also to be fully cleaned out of all grime, obstruction etc. to allow full free running clearances. The car guide shoe running clearances to be investigated so that there is equal clearance to both guide shoes. realignment of car sling within the guide rails, replacement of rollers, Check the alignment of the lift car within the sling and installation of car steady brackets. Replace Valve Monitoring Switch on Algi Valve Block. Supply and fit a set of tape head shoes. 3 x new contactors, 1 x auxiliary relay. Lift shaft repair works - crack stitching repairs are necessary to re-establish the bond in the masonry and ensure its design strength is maintained. This should include helical steel ties across the cracks and across internal corners. Also, remedial tie installation across the corners of the lift shaft above 2nd floor to ensure it remains sufficiently robust. Additional information: https://procontract.due-north.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7bf4e028-3044-4234-a669-c4237ba8281e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/503dd657-754d-4f32-a307-e1a9b7681d15
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

45310000 - Electrical installation work

50750000 - Lift-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Aug 2025 - 27 Oct 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHEND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Norma Ashton
Contact Email
normaashton@seh.southend.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1702212670

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHEND ON SEA
Postcode
SS2 6FY
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
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
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Further Information

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