Tender

Pool Covers for BMDC Swimming Pools

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

31 Oct 2025 at 12:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council seeks a supplier and installer for pool covers at their swimming pools. This open competition tender, titled "Pool Covers for BMDC Swimming Pools," is categorised under the services industry with additional aspects involving goods, specifically equipment for swimming pools. Located in the United Kingdom, particularly targeting West Yorkshire, interested parties must submit their proposals by 28th November 2025, with queries addressed by 14th November 2025. The tender process is currently active, and the buyer aims to finalise contracts to commence on 22nd December 2025 for an initial contract period of three years, offering potential extensions based on performance.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in pool equipment and maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the UK, especially those capable of providing high-quality, environmentally sustainable products and services, are well-placed to compete. Businesses that can demonstrate strong service and maintenance capabilities, along with competitive pricing, have the chance to establish long-term relationships with a prominent public authority. Additionally, organisations that emphasise social value through local employment and environmental benefits may strengthen their bid, aligning with the Council's broader objectives for socioeconomic impact within Bradford.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pool Covers for BMDC Swimming Pools

Notice Description

Bradford Metropolitan District Council (BMDC) is looking to appoint a supplier and installer of pool covers for its swimming pools. The initial requirement is for four pool covers in three separate swimming pools. There will also be needed some mechanical winding mechanisms supplied and installed as part of this requirement. We would like proposals for ongoing service and maintenance of these new pool covers and also for our existing pool covers in our other pools. BMDC has 6 main swimming pools.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract will be for an initial period of 3 years with an option to extend by one plus one periods of 12 months, subject to performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d7e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070047-2025
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

43324100 - Equipment for swimming pools

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2028 3-4 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
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mo Owolabi
Contact Email
mo.owolabi@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7483970737

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

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