Maintenance and Repair of Cleaning Machines (Tenant Machines only)

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

27 Apr 2026 at 07:52

Award

15 Apr 2026 at 12:46

Award

15 Apr 2026 at 12:11

Planning

04 Aug 2025 at 13:44

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has awarded a contract to GT Cleaning Machines Limited for the maintenance and repair of Tennant floor cleaning machines as part of their efforts to ensure operational efficiency across their various service sectors, including culture, sport, facilities management, and cleaning services. The procurement process was concluded with a direct award method, recognising GT Cleaning Machines Limited as an approved Sales and Service Authorised Partner. The contract is active from 1st May 2026 to 28th February 2028, with an optional extension of 24 months dependent on the continual use of existing Tennant machines. Located in Durham, UKC14 region, this service category award, with a gross value of £300,000, highlights the growing emphasis on maintaining high cleaning standards through reliable equipment across the council's sites.

The direct award contract with GT Cleaning Machines Limited is particularly significant for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services, as it presents opportunities for collaborations and sub-contracting. The significance of obtaining such a contract lies in the potential growth trajectory driven by the continuous demand for equipment maintenance in alignment with industry standards. Businesses with technical expertise in machinery servicing, with a focus on warranty support and access to manufacturer-authorised software and diagnostics tools, are best suited to compete for similar future procurements. Furthermore, the potential for extension provides an avenue for sustained business growth and integration into ongoing public sector operations within the North East, North West, and Scotland regions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Maintenance and Repair of Cleaning Machines (Tenant Machines only)

Notice Description

DCC has several services using Tennant floor cleaning machines these include culture & sport, Facilities management and DCC cleaning service. Each service works to a cleaning standard within their sites, and it is key the cleaning machines are fully operational, fit for purpose and safe to use. Please note, this award is for the maintenance and repair of Tenant cleaning machines only. Purchase of new machines will be by competitive tender. GT Cleaning are an approved and recognised Sales and Service Authorised Partner, who work independently as well as alongside the Tennant 'Direct' sales team. Tennant has no other recognised 'Authorised Partners' operating in the North East, North West and Scotland. Tennant Authorised Partners benefit from; O Full Warranty Support O Field Technical Support O Access to Software uploads O Access to Diagnostic Tools O Technical Bulletins and Updates O Factory Service Training

Planning Information

Preliminary Market Engagement questionnaire available to access and respond to free of charge at open-uk.org

Procurement Information

GT Cleaning are an approved and recognised Sales and Service Authorised Partner, who work independently as well as alongside the Tennant 'Direct' sales team. Tennant has no other recognised 'Authorised Partners' operating in the North East, North West and Scotland. Tennant Authorised Partners benefit from; O Full Warranty Support O Field Technical Support O Access to Software uploads O Access to Diagnostic Tools O Technical Bulletins and Updates O Factory Service Training Please note, this award is for the maintenance and repair of existing Tenant cleaning machines only. Purchase of new machines will be by competitive tender process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056c62
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037822-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

39713410 - Floor-cleaning machines

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
14 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 28 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLC14 Durham

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GT CLEANING MACHINES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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