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Mowers-Lot 1

BABERGH AND MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCILS

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04 Mar 2025 at 11:55

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Summary of the contracting process

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have concluded a procurement process under the title "Mowers-Lot 1," focusing on the supply of one electric mower, classified under the industry category of grounds-maintenance equipment (CPV code 43325100). The contract was awarded to Ernest Doe & Sons Limited, with the process moving from the tender stage to the award stage. Key dates include the tender period ending on 24 January 2025, the contract start date on 27 February 2025, and the contract end date on 26 June 2025. The procurement method utilised was a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The electric mower will be delivered to Ipswich, postcode IP1 2BX.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds-maintenance equipment to expand their market presence. As the procurement was open to SMEs, it suggests a friendly consideration towards smaller enterprises, making it ideal for businesses that can meet the specific equipment requirements and delivery timelines. Companies with experience and capability in providing high-quality electric mowers and those capable of engaging in selective tendering processes similar to call-offs from framework agreements are well-suited for such opportunities. The involvement of a large and reputable supplier like Ernest Doe & Sons Limited underlines the value and potential of securing similar government contracts for significant business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mowers-Lot 1

Notice Description

Supply of x1 Electric Mower for Mid Suffolk District Council

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aad288d5-79f6-46c0-ab41-9f720ed888e5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df1d94a5-2d93-414e-98c7-5f74032489f2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

CPV Codes

43325100 - Grounds-maintenance equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£66,028 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£66,028 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2025 - 26 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BABERGH AND MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCILS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNEST DOE & SONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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