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Provision of Upholstery Services Framework

COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

12 Nov 2025 at 11:01

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

13 Oct 2025 at 12:05

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

24 Jul 2025 at 09:11

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

23 Jul 2025 at 10:58

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

19 Mar 2025 at 10:29

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for the "Provision of Upholstery Services Framework" has recently concluded, with a contract awarded on 12th November 2025. This project falls under the services category, specifically tailored towards repair and maintenance of furniture, covering regions including the UK, Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. The open procurement method facilitated a competition resulting in a multi-supplier framework agreement. The procurement stage is now at the award phase, having commenced on 23rd October 2025 and set to potentially extend to 2033. This contract offers public sector organisations an opportunity to access comprehensive upholstery services, supporting a circular economy while promoting environmentally sustainable practices.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, notably for SMEs and large enterprises involved in upholstery and maintenance services. The framework's structure—allowing for both direct awards and further competitive awards—enables flexibility for suppliers to secure contracts without necessarily undergoing repetitive competition. Businesses equipped to provide comprehensive upholstery services, including initial inspections, client consultations, cutting, sewing, and finishing within the specified regions, will find this framework particularly well-suited for their capabilities. The inclusion of both small and large enterprises in the awarded suppliers implies diverse procurement opportunities for businesses of varying scales within the furniture repair and maintenance sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Upholstery Services Framework

Notice Description

The objective of this framework is to provide Public Sector Organisations with a comprehensive range of upholstery services to contribute to a more circular economy, aligning with broader environmental goals while promoting cost-effective and resource efficient practices. Upholstery services covered by this framework agreement will include, but are not limited to: * Initial inspection * Consultation with client * Material options * Colour and design choices * Disassembly * Evaluation of the frame * Padding replacement * Repairs to frame or springs * Cutting and sewing * Attachment of new fabric * Finishing touches * Reassembly * Final inspection * Testing * Guidance on maintenance * Cleaning * Warranty or aftercare services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This is Framework 1 of an Open Framework. The Term of the Open Framework shall be 8 years from the Commencement Date. It is intended that the Open Framework will be reopened every 24 months as the Framework Host deems necessary. At these points, incumbent framework suppliers will have the opportunity to revise their Tender, or they may leave their offer as per their last framework tender submission. The term of Framework 1 shall be 24 months from the commencement date.

Planning Information

The purpose of this engagement notice is to invite suppliers to participate in preliminary market engagement with a view to developing the authority's requirements and preparing tender documents. Suppliers participating in this market consultation are not guaranteed to receive either an Invitation to Tender (if Invitations to Tender are issued), or a place on any framework agreement which may be awarded following an Invitation to Tender. Please email info@coch-cps.co.uk to express interest in taking part in this market engagement process. We will then be in contact to arrange the next steps.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04eee9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073075-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50850000 - Repair and maintenance services of furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
13 Oct 202510 months ago
Contract Period
23 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
2027-06-30

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTER
Postcode
CH2 1UL
Postcode Area
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Upton
Westminster Constituency
Chester North and Neston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

BATES OFFICE SERVICES LTD

CROWN WORKSPACE LIMITED

Patch Perfect Academy

UPHOLSTERY2U LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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