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Award

22 Jun 2026 at 16:00

Summary of the contracting process

Waythrough, based in Bowburn, England, has recently completed the procurement process for DSE Assessments and Equipment, awarding the contract to Bates Office Services. This procurement falls under the health and safety services industry category, with additional links to office furniture. The process utilised an open procedure method, ensuring transparency and competitiveness. The award was made on 22nd June 2026, with the contract period beginning on 1st July 2026 and set to conclude on 30th June 2028. This contract spans multiple locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in health and safety services and related office equipment supply. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this sector particularly advantageous given the project’s scale and the open procurement nature. The awarded service not only enhances business credentials by association with recognised organisations but also opens doors to further opportunities within public sector contracts across diverse regions. Businesses with expertise in providing ergonomic office solutions and safety assessments stand to gain the most from participating in such tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA17364 - DSE Assessments and Equipment

Notice Description

Waythrough is seeking to appoint a Service Provider for DSE Assessments and DSE Equipment. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17364. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17364 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-93d1b06e-2d77-4c8d-a502-ed01b36d2776
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a27209d-084c-45bc-917c-f24033ac2fb1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

39130000 - Office furniture

71317200 - Health and safety services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20264 days ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 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
WAYTHROUGH
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BOWBURN
Postcode
DH6 5PF
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Coxhoe
Westminster Constituency
Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BATES OFFICE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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