Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council is seeking a provider for their "Removal and Storage Service for Housing Solutions" under an active tender process. This service falls within the "Storage and retrieval services" industry category and aims to address the council's removal and storage needs. The procurement method is an Open Tender, with the expected contract period starting on 1st February 2025 and ending on 31st January 2026. Additionally, the contract includes three optional 12-month extensions, potentially extending the service to 31st January 2029. Located in the UKC region, the deadline for submission is 6th December 2024, at 12:00 PM, with the bid opening scheduled for 7th December 2024. The awarded contract's commencement will follow immediately after the tender period ends.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in removal and storage services, particularly those experienced in handling housing solutions for public authorities. Companies that can efficiently manage logistics, storage facilities, and have a robust operational framework will find this contract conducive for growth. As Durham County Council is a regional authority with a consistent need for such services, the long-term nature of the contract, alongside the potential extensions, provides a stable and profitable engagement. Businesses capable of electronic submissions and adhering to the specified timelines are encouraged to compete in this open procedure.

Tender

Removal and Storage Service for Housing Solutions

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

6th November 2024 12:38:05 PM

Tender Deadline

6th December 2024 12:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

This Contract is for the Provision of a Removal and Storage Service for Housing Solutions. Housing Solutions Service ("Service") is looking to appoint a single Provider who will be required to carry out all of the Services Removal and Storage requirements over the entire duration of the Contract. This procurement is issued under an Open Tender (FTS Threshld). The expected start date for the proposed contract is 1st February 2025. The expected end date for the proposed contract is 31st January 2026. The proposed contract is to be let with three further options to extend for a period of 12-months from the actual end date. Proposed Extension Period 1: 1st February 2026 - 31st January 2027 Proposed Extension Period 2: 1st February 2027 - 31st January 2028 Proposed Extension Period 3: 1st February 2028 - 31st January 2029
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04b449

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

63121000

CPV Division(s)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
Awarding Authority

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Ethan Cotterill

Buyer Email

Ethan.cotterill@durham.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 3000265430

Buyer Address

County Hall

DURHAM

DH15UL

United Kingdom

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Removal and Storage Service for Housing Solutions

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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