Tender

GB-Bath: The Provision of Water Softener Servicing

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Tender

10 Feb 2025 at 13:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath has initiated an open tender process for the provision of water softener servicing, classified under industry category CPV 39137000. This tender, titled "GB-Bath: The Provision of Water Softener Servicing," invites interested parties to submit proposals by 17:00 GMT on 10th March 2025. The contract, valued between £100,000 and £500,000, will commence on 13th April 2025 and run until 12th March 2032. The services are required in the South West region of the United Kingdom. This tender falls under the procurement stage of "Tender," with the procurement method detailed as an open procedure.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The University of Bath's procurement criteria explicitly indicate suitability for SMEs, broadening competitive chances for smaller economic operators. Companies with expertise in water softener services, particularly those experienced in long-term maintenance contracts, are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could enhance visibility and credibility within the public procurement sector while securing a stable, long-term revenue stream.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Bath: The Provision of Water Softener Servicing

Notice Description

Water Softener Servicing Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bdf0d88a-d769-4ecb-b311-d94d6f44037e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e34bca82-6f66-442d-9044-035508908b86
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

CPV Codes

39137000 - Water softeners

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2025 - 12 Mar 2032 Over 5 years
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
UNIVERSITY OF BATH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

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