Award

Communal Laundry Machines (Maintenance & Supply)

GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 May 2025 at 14:21

Tender

26 Sep 2024 at 12:29

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Communal Laundry Machines (Maintenance & Supply)" was initiated by Great Places Housing Group, located in Manchester, United Kingdom. This tender, classified under the CPV code "Washing installation," involved an open procedure to maintain, repair, service, purchase, and install washing machines and tumble dryers in communal areas. The procurement process has reached the award stage with the contract confirmed on 3rd March 2025. The total contract value is £625,000, and the contract period will run from 12th March 2025 to 9th December 2029. The tender period ended on 1st November 2024, and the contracting opportunity is suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in supplying and maintaining commercial-grade laundry machines and those offering installation services. Small and medium enterprises, particularly those in the washing equipment industry, can leverage their expertise to compete effectively. There's a considerable growth potential for businesses that focus on sustainability and advanced laundry technology solutions, as they can cater to the specific needs of communal living spaces. The contract's duration offers a stable, long-term relationship with a reputed housing group, enabling suppliers to secure recurring revenue and establish themselves in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Communal Laundry Machines (Maintenance & Supply)

Notice Description

Provision of maintenance, repairs & servicing of washing machines & tumble dryers; purchase & installation of washing machines & tumble dryers in communal areas, not domestic machines as may be provided in individual dwellings

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a20fd088-13e0-4bbd-940d-dc13d52f075f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0218739-a2ca-439e-b717-29aa1a19078f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

42716100 - Washing installation

42716110 - Washing equipment

42716120 - Washing machines

42716200 - Drying machines

51543400 - Installation services of laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£625,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£625,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 May 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
12 Mar 2025 - 9 Dec 2029 4-5 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
GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP
Contact Name
Harold Sawdon
Contact Email
harold.sawdon@greatplaces.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1614475176

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M21 7QP
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Chorlton Park
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Withington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

JLA

WATERMAN LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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