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Framework Agreement for the Provision of Service and Maintenance of Hearing Equipment

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

22 Oct 2025 at 13:29

Tender

12 Aug 2025 at 16:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by Staffordshire County Council, involves a framework agreement for the provision of service and maintenance of hearing equipment. Covering approximately 42 properties, the contract ensures ongoing compliance with relevant British and European standards, including the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Key participants include Stafford Borough Council, Cannock Chase District Council, and South Staffordshire District Council, all located in the UKG24 region. The award phase is complete, with the contract starting on 21st October 2025 and running until 19th October 2027, extendable until 2029. The procurement methodology was an open competition, inviting bids through Staffordshire County Council’s e-tendering platform, Proactis. The total contract value is £120,000 GBP.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical inspection, testing services, and electrical system repair and maintenance. With a focus on both planned and responsive maintenance, businesses capable of rapid response are well-suited for this agreement. The single-supplier framework aligns well with SMEs or those thriving under a framework agreement without frequent competition reopening. A.E.CHAPMAN & CO.,(OLD HILL)LIMITED has been identified as the key supplier, highlighting that there is room for competitive companies to establish themselves in similar frameworks and sectors. Such agreements can offer sustained business opportunities with public authorities across the UK, valuable for those looking to expand their service portfolios within the governmental sector.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Service and Maintenance of Hearing Equipment

Notice Description

This Contract is for the service, testing and maintenance of hearing and magnifying equipment across approximately 42 properties covered by the existing arrangement. Work carried out shall be completed in accordance with: * The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. * Manufacturers Instructions. * BS EN IEC 60118-4. * Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations. * Health and Safety at work act 1974. * Any other relevant British/European ACOP associated with the servicing and maintenance of Hearing Equipment. The tenderer shall include for a Planned Maintenance visit for each property every 12 months. Responsive Maintenance - A callout facility will be required to deliver responsive maintenance activities with a 24-hour response limit.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 1 years to 19th October 2028 and 19th October 2029

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058692
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067523-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

50116100 - Electrical-system repair services

50532400 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment

71314100 - Electrical services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
20 Oct 2025 - 19 Oct 2027 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
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

CANNOCK CHASE DISTRICT COUNCIL

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
michelle.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Staffordshire
Electoral Ward
Codsall
Westminster Constituency
Kingswinford and South Staffordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A.E.CHAPMAN & CO.,(OLD HILL)LIMITED

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