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Accommodation - Furniture Removals Contract

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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18 Sep 2025 at 10:35

Summary of the contracting process

Bedford Borough Council has concluded a procurement process for an "Accommodation - Furniture Removals Contract" focused on the removal and relocation of furniture for individuals in temporary accommodation. This contract, categorised under services and identified by the tender ID "C BBC EN 06880," pertains to the locality of Bedford in the UKH geographical region. The procurement was conducted using a direct method below the threshold without competition, culminating in an award of the contract on 1st July 2025. The services contract commenced on 18th September 2025 and is slated to run until 20th July 2027, with an option for a 12-month extension. The contract value gross is set at GBP 129,600, and the main procurement category aligns with services, specifically the hire of vans with drivers.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in logistics and transport services, as it involves the hire of vans with drivers. Companies like Ross Removals, which has successfully secured the contract, exemplify the types of businesses well-suited to seize similar opportunities. The continuous demand for relocation services within the region provides a pathway for business growth, especially for firms capable of efficiently managing logistical operations related to temporary accommodations. Engaging in such contracts could enhance a company’s portfolio and secure long-term business relationships with public authorities.

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Notice Title

Accommodation - Furniture Removals Contract

Notice Description

Removal and Relocation of furniture for persons in temporary accommodation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059cf5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057638-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60183000 - Hire of vans with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£108,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2025 - 20 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.hub@bedford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROSS REMOVALS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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