Removal and replacement of reception lift at North Herts Leisure Centre - AWARD

NHDC - LEISURE

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Summary of the contracting process

NHDC - Leisure, under North Hertfordshire District Council, has completed the procurement process for the removal and replacement of a reception lift at the North Herts Leisure Centre in Letchworth. This complex project, classified within the lift installation industry (CPV code 45313100), involved a comprehensive design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning plan to ensure a durable, maintainable lift that meets environmental standards for a swimming pool setting. The procurement, conducted under a selective, restricted procedure, concluded with the award to Morris Vermaport Ltd on 19th June 2026. The contract period spans from 23rd September 2025 to 31st July 2026, necessitating careful coordination to minimise disruption and enhance public safety.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in complex installation and maintenance processes within operational environments. Companies with expertise in managing live site safety, particularly in public venues like leisure centres, stand to benefit. Although the process required a restricted procurement method, indicating a selective competition, businesses with appropriate skills, capacity, and reputation could leverage such projects for long-term growth, building a reputable portfolio and gaining invaluable experience in key infrastructure sectors. The project's scope and the maintenance agreement also point towards continued collaboration, promoting sustained business relationships within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Removal and replacement of reception lift at North Herts Leisure Centre - AWARD

Notice Description

North Hertfordshire District Council is seeking quotations for the removal and replacement of the Reception Passenger Lift at North Herts Leisure Centre, Letchworth. The project requires full design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of a durable, maintainable lift that is suitable for operation adjacent to a swimming pool environment, including all required tools and documentation to enable fully open protocol maintenance. The works must be delivered safely and efficiently in a live, operational leisure centre, with particular care around public safety, environmental durability, and minimisation of disruption. A 24-month fully comprehensive warranty and maintenance period is required. It must be fully compliant with the Specification at Schedule 2 of this Request for Quotation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03002103-37cd-4c8f-954d-fa29a3cb5ed1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45313100 - Lift installation work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHDC - LEISURE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG6 3JF
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Letchworth South West
Westminster Constituency
North East Hertfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MORRIS VERMAPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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