Award

Scaffolding

NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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Award

12 Jun 2025 at 13:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, focused on the scaffolding industry category. The project involved the procurement of scaffold and extra hire services for the Admin Block located in Northampton, UKF region, United Kingdom. The procurement method was direct and carried out below the threshold without competition. The process has been completed, and the award was made on 12th June 2025, with the contract set to run from 3rd June 2025 until 2nd June 2026. The contract, valued at £13,834.00, was signed with Apex Lift & Escalator Engineers Limited, a large-scale supplier based in Kent.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scaffolding and related services, particularly those with the capability to operate in the central government sector. The direct procurement method indicates a streamlined process, favouring established suppliers like large companies that can meet the specified requirements without needing to enter a competitive bidding process. This project could set a precedent for future contracts, providing businesses with a foothold in the public sector and facilitating expansion by securing a trusted working relationship with the NHS Trust.

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Notice Title

Scaffolding

Notice Description

Scaffold and extra hire to Admin Block

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0547ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031982-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44212310 - Scaffolding

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£13,834 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20258 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2025 - 2 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Steve Nash
Contact Email
steve.nash@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 5BD
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Delapre and Rushmere
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

APEX LIFT & ESCALATOR ENGINEERS

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