Tender

PA060 - Community Equipment Adult & Child Seating

WIGAN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

19 Dec 2025 at 13:57

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

27 Oct 2025 at 11:28

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Wigan Council is currently running an open procurement process for the contract titled "PA060 – Community Equipment Adult & Child Seating," classified under the medical equipment and community services industry category. The procurement is taking place in the UK, specifically in the region known as UKD3. The tender stage is active, and interested suppliers have until 30th January 2026 to submit their bids. This initiative aims to appoint a sole provider for a broad array of seating equipment to aid in hospital discharge and enable independent living, thereby enhancing community health support. The procurement is carried out as an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions in English through the dedicated portal, with a projected contract value of £480,000 alongside a framework extending up to April 2029, subject to potential renewal options.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical and community support equipment, particularly those that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or involve in social enterprises (VCSEs), given the suitability criteria. By securing this contract, a business can establish itself as a primary supplier within the public sector, generating steady revenue streams and gaining a high-profile client. The focus on reducing costs through a single supplier model suggests strong competition requirements surrounding quality and pricing, making this an ideal opportunity for businesses with efficient production capabilities and competitive pricing strategies. Engaging in this contract could not only expand a company's portfolio but also solidify their reputation in delivering essential community services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PA060 - Community Equipment Adult & Child Seating

Notice Description

Our vision Is to create contract providing seating solutions providing a wide range of equipment relating to assessment and equipment provision of children's and adults seating. To support prescribers issuing equipment facilitating Hospital Discharge, avoid Hospital admittance and allow Residents to live independently within their own homes. The Contract is aimed to reduce cost by appointing one sole provider for the services detailed within the contract.

Planning Information

Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire sent out via The Chest procurement portal (www.the-chest.org.uk) The deadline for Questionnaire submissions is Monday 10th November 2025 at 12 noon.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d409
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084940-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
15 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2028 2-3 years
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
WIGAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Amanda Taylor
Contact Email
a.taylor3@wigan.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WIGAN
Postcode
WN1 1YN
Post Town
Wigan
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester, TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Local Authority
Wigan
Electoral Ward
Wigan Central
Westminster Constituency
Wigan

Further Information

Notice Documents

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