Tender

Humidifier Replacement - Wolsey Art Gallery

IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Aug 2025 at 13:18

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Ipswich Borough Council is actively seeking tenders for the replacement of a humidifier at the Wolsey Art Gallery, located in Ipswich, United Kingdom. This project falls under the category of electrical installation work and services and is accessible through an open competition. The tender phase is currently active, with key dates including a deadline for submission on Monday, 29th September 2025, at 11:00 hrs and an enquiry period ending on Friday, 19th September 2025, at 14:00 hrs. The procurement method selected is open and below the threshold for public authority - sub-central government, indicating a straightforward opportunity without stringent procurement requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical services, particularly those adept in heating and building equipment installations. Given the reserved participation for SMEs and VCSEs located in Suffolk, smaller enterprises in the region stand a favourable chance to compete effectively. The contract value is estimated at £24,000 gross, with the award criteria focusing on 60% price and 40% quality, making it an attractive proposition for businesses aiming to expand their service portfolio and enhance their reputation in the public sector. Interested parties should consider this an excellent opportunity to engage in a government contract that supports regional economic growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Humidifier Replacement - Wolsey Art Gallery

Notice Description

Ipswich Borough Council are currently out to tender for the provision of a replacement humidifier for the Wolsey Art Gallery This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is Monday 29th September 2025 at 11:00hrs. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted The deadline for clarification questions is Friday 19th September 2025 at 14:00hrs which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059086
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052486-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment

71314100 - Electrical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ipswich.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2DE
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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