Notice Information
Notice Title
DFG Lifting Equipment
Notice Description
North Yorkshire Council is seeking to establish a Term Service Contract for the survey, supply, installation, inspection, and maintenance of stairlifts and through floor lifts across domestic properties within its geographical boundaries. The contract will initially run for two years, with the option to extend annually up to a maximum of four years. The estimated annual value is PS1.5 million, with a total potential value of PS6 million over the full term. The scope includes: Installation of new and recycled stairlifts (straight and curved) and through floor lifts. Associated building works, electrical works, and compliance with all relevant regulations (CDM 2015, LOLER, BS standards). Provision of a five-year warranty, servicing, and repairs under warranty, plus a 24/7 call-out service. Removal, storage, refurbishment, and reinstallation of equipment in later years. Secure storage facilities for recycled lifts and parts within 45 miles of Harrogate. Contractors must demonstrate competence, hold appropriate accreditations (e.g., NICEIC, Gas Safe), and ensure operatives have valid DBS checks. Compliance with health and safety, data protection, and safeguarding requirements is mandatory. Performance will be monitored through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), quarterly reporting, and customer satisfaction surveys. Failure to meet standards may result in low service damages.
Lot Information
Stairlifts
Supply, installation, servicing, and maintenance of straight and curved stairlifts in domestic properties across North Yorkshire. The scope includes: Site survey and design to meet Occupational Therapist recommendations. Installation of new stairlifts (straight and curved) with features such as folding arms, safety sensors, swivel seats, and battery-powered operation. Associated building and electrical works compliant with BS 7671 and Building Regulations Part P. Provision of a 5-year warranty, including two service visits per year and a 24/7 call-out service. Removal, storage, refurbishment, and reinstallation of stairlifts during later contract phases, with secure storage facilities and asset management. Compliance with LOLER, PUWER, CDM 2015, and all relevant British Standards.
Renewal: Optional Extension 1: 1 Apr 2028- 31 Mar 2030
Through Floor LiftsSupply, installation, servicing, and maintenance of through floor lifts for wheelchair users in domestic properties across North Yorkshire. The scope includes: Site survey and design to ensure suitability for property layout and user needs. Installation of hydraulic or traction lifts with safety features (soft start, anti-creep systems, fire-resistant apertures). Associated structural works, including aperture cutting, fire sealing, and making good finishes. Electrical installation with dedicated supply from the consumer unit, compliant with BS 7671 and Building Regulations Part P. Provision of a 5-year warranty, including two service visits per year and a 24/7 call-out service. Compliance with BS 5900, BS EN 81-40, LOLER, PUWER, CDM 2015, and all relevant British Standards.
Renewal: Optional Extension 1: 1 Apr 2028- 31 Mar 2030
Planning Information
The Authority conducted preliminary market engagement to understand current capability, capacity, compliance standards, sustainability practices, workforce competence, storage readiness, service‑delivery performance, and social‑value opportunities in relation to the forthcoming procurement of Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) lifting equipment. This engagement was undertaken before the procurement procedure commenced to ensure that the commercial strategy reflects accurate and up‑to‑date market intelligence. The engagement focused on the full range of requirements anticipated under the contract, including: -Supply, installation, servicing, maintenance, refurbishment, and recycling of stairlifts and through‑floor lifts. -Compliance with statutory regulations (including LOLER, BS EN 81‑40, CDM regulations, and relevant British Standards). -Sustainability processes relating to reuse, recycling, environmental impact, and waste‑reduction practices. -Workforce qualifications, DBS checks, safeguarding awareness, and competence assurance. -Storage facilities, asset‑management approaches, logistics capability, and security arrangements. -Service delivery, response times, emergency call‑out capability, and performance management. -Social value commitments, including employment, training, community initiatives, and environmental contributions. The engagement was carried out remotely. All RFI documentation, clarifications, and responses were issued and received electronically during the RFI engagement window. Suppliers were invited to participate by submitting a written response to the RFI. They were provided with instructions to: -Complete and return the RFI questionnaire within the specified timeframe. -Provide supporting information and evidence where available. -Submit clarification questions in writing during the RFI window. The RFI demonstrated that the market is capable of delivering the full scope of requirements. Responses showed: -Strong capability to deliver installation, maintenance, and recycling services. -Consistent compliance with relevant technical and safety standards. -Varied levels of detail regarding sustainability processes, storage readiness, and workforce qualifications. -A good understanding among suppliers of the service‑delivery .expectations, including appointment scheduling, installation lead times, and emergency response. -Differing levels of maturity in social‑value delivery, with some suppliers providing structured and well‑evidenced programmes. The information gathered has helped the Authority assess market capacity, refine requirements, and confirm that the sector is able to meet the expected standards for this procurement.
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-05ee9c
- Publication Source
- Find A Tender Service
- Latest Notice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008828-2026
- Current Stage
- Planning
- All Stages
- Planning
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
- Procurement Type
- Standard
- Procurement Category
- Works
- Procurement Method
- Open
- Procurement Method Details
- Open procedure
- Tender Suitability
- Not specified
- Awardee Scale
- Not specified
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
42 - Industrial machinery
44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
45 - Construction work
51 - Installation services (except software)
-
- CPV Codes
42416100 - Lifts
44115600 - Stairlifts
45313100 - Lift installation work
51511000 - Installation services of lifting and handling equipment, except lifts and escalators
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- £6,000,000 £1M-£10M
- Lots Value
- Not specified
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- Not specified
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
- Submission Deadline
- 6 Feb 2026Expired
- Future Notice Date
- 12 Jan 2026Expired
- Award Date
- Not specified
- Contract Period
- 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
- Recurrence
- Not specified
Notice Status
- Tender Status
- Planned
- Lots Status
- Planned
- Awards Status
- Not Specified
- Contracts Status
- Not Specified
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL
- Contact Name
- Gabriela Walowski
- Contact Email
- procurement@northyorks.gov.uk
- Contact Phone
- +44 1609533450
Buyer Location
- Locality
- NORTHALLERTON
- Postcode
- DL7 8AD
- Post Town
- Darlington
- Country
- England
-
- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLE2 North Yorkshire
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLE22 North Yorkshire
- Delivery Location
- TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
-
- Local Authority
- North Yorkshire
- Electoral Ward
- Romanby
- Westminster Constituency
- Richmond and Northallerton
Further Information
Notice Documents
-
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008828-2026
2nd February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender -
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081913-2025
11th December 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender -
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079662-2025
4th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
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