Tender

Supply and Installation of Metalworking Machinery for Engineering Training Facilities - 2025

THE EDUCATION TRAINING COLLECTIVE

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Tender

12 Dec 2025 at 09:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Training Collective, operating under GB-UKPRN-10006341 and based in Thornaby, United Kingdom, is actively seeking bids for the supply and installation of metalworking machinery for its engineering training facilities as part of the new build NETA development project. This tender, identified as ETCP-2025-0021, falls under the industry category of machine tools, specifically lathes, boring and milling machine tools, and is approximately valued at £250,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, with tenders to be submitted electronically in English. The tender process is currently in the 'tender' stage, with the enquiry period closing on 7th January 2026, and the tender period concluding on 14th January 2026. The awarded contracts will commence on 2nd February 2026 and are expected to run until 31st October 2026, covering locations within the UKC1 and UKC11 regions.

This tender offers considerable growth opportunities for businesses operating within the metalworking machinery sector. It is well-suited for small to medium enterprises, given the procurement's open procedure and the emphasis on quality over price, with a 70% weightage on quality criteria. The opportunity to supply advanced metalworking machinery, including general tools, lathes, and sheet metal tools, could significantly bolster a company’s reputation and experience in serving public sector educational facilities. Engagement in this tender not only provides a valuable sales opportunity but also aids in establishing long-term relationships with an influential educational institution in the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Metalworking Machinery for Engineering Training Facilities - 2025

Notice Description

The Education Training Collective (Etc.) is seeking suppliers to provide the required equipment to supply, install and commission in our new build NETA development project. The machines we are requiring needs to be able to support the learning requirements we are required to deliver, enabling them to carry out training efficiently and effectively with the highest level of safety.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - General Metal Working equipment

General Metal working equipment including, band saw, pillar drill, bender and grinders

Lot 2 - Lathes

Supply of Metal working equipment for use in a training facility - Lathes

Lot 3 - Sheet Metal Working equipment

Supply of Metal working equipment for use in a training facility - includes Guillotines, Press and Roller

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f471
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082289-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

42620000 - Lathes, boring and milling machine tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 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
THE EDUCATION TRAINING COLLECTIVE
Contact Name
Phillip Iverson
Contact Email
phillip.iverson@the-etc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01642865426

Buyer Location

Locality
THORNABY
Postcode
TS17 6FB
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham, TLC11 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees

Local Authority
Stockton-on-Tees
Electoral Ward
Mandale & Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

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