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Framework for the Survey, Design, Supply, Install, Remove, Recondition and/ or Store of Stairlifts and Associated Works in the Community

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

22 Apr 2025 at 09:11

Award Notice
Tender

16 Jan 2025 at 11:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for a framework contract titled "Framework for the Survey, Design, Supply, Install, Remove, Recondition, and/or Store of Stairlifts and Associated Works in the Community." This project falls under the lifting and handling equipment industry category, specifically aimed at works. It is located in the North East of the United Kingdom. The framework is designed to provide around 175 straight and curved track stairlifts annually across the county. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure, and the award stage was completed with the contract signed on 1st April 2025. The contract period extends from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2029. This procurement aligns with the Housing Grants, Construction and Repair Act 1996 and Durham County Council policies.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in manufacturing, installing, and maintaining stairlifts, particularly those classified as small and medium enterprises (SMEs). With an estimated spend of £3,200,000 over four years, this contract offers substantial opportunities for growth and visibility within the region. The tender allows for businesses to engage directly with clients through surveys and quoting, promoting innovation and customer service excellence. Businesses with expertise in stairlift technology, infrastructure adaptation, and community service delivery will find this framework particularly suitable, offering a unique avenue to expand their market presence in the North East of England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the Survey, Design, Supply, Install, Remove, Recondition and/ or Store of Stairlifts and Associated Works in the Community

Notice Description

Framework for the Survey, Design, Supply, Install, Remove, Recondition and/ or Store of Stairlifts and Associated Works in the Community. The scope of lifts currently delivered encompasses Straight & Curved Track Stair Lifts, of which a combined total of approximately 175 are delivered on an annual basis across the County. Successful Service providers will visit clients, carry out surveys and submit quotes to the Home Improvement Agency (HIA). Following submission of quotes, the HIA will approve grants and allocate funding based on the eligibility of clients and works as detailed in the Housing Grants, Construction and Repair Act 1996 and Durham County Council policies. 1 Bidding organisation will be appointed onto this framework. The Council believes that the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) applies to this contract. This Framework will be available for use by Durham County Council and the following additional Contracting Authorities, where they have entered into a Procurement Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Durham County Council. The documents must be downloaded from https://www.open-uk.org/ under Reference 202534 Additional information: The documents must be downloaded from https://www.open-uk.org/ under Reference 202534

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cb39e495-b5cc-4b61-b6a8-6f2af6a3583e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee12af09-549c-4a70-8e11-c3e139d0f70c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 4-5 years
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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5WB
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
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TK ACCESS SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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