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Supply of CO2 Liquid Gas & Storage Rental

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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12 Dec 2025 at 14:01

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12 Dec 2025 at 13:58

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12 Dec 2025 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Supply of CO2 Liquid Gas & Storage Rental," with the procurement stage reaching the contract award phase. This contract is essential for providing CO2 liquid gas and the rental of storage equipment necessary for the operations of six swimming pools within the council's jurisdiction. The procurement, which utilises a direct method below threshold, was executed without competition, and BOC LIMITED has been awarded the contract. The contract value stands at £55,000, with a gross amount of £66,000. The contract, which began on 12th December 2025, is set to conclude on 31st March 2026. The main procurement category is goods, specifically carbon dioxide, serving the UKE41 region in the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in industrial gases and related storage solutions. While the direct award method was used for this contract, future similar needs might open doors for other suppliers to offer competitive solutions and innovative technologies in CO2 supply and storage. Businesses with robust logistics capabilities, particularly large-scale suppliers, would be well-suited to manage and fulfil such contracts efficiently. This tender exemplifies the demand for specialised services in public institutions, which can be an attractive market for businesses seeking to expand their portfolios within public sector procurement.

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Notice Title

Supply of CO2 Liquid Gas & Storage Rental

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply of CO2 liquid gas and the rental of the associated storage equipment at 6 of the Councils swimming pools which is required on a monthly basis to ensure the pools continue to operate in a safe & effective manner.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f4e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082511-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products


CPV Codes

24112100 - Carbon dioxide

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£55,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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