Tender

Priestley College Gym Equipment

THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST

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12 Dec 2025 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Challenge Academy Trust based in Warrington, United Kingdom, is inviting tenders for gym equipment for Priestley College. This procurement process pertains to the industry category of gymnasium and fitness equipment. It is currently at the tender stage, with a focus on acquiring various gym apparatus including treadmills, cycles, dumbbells, and resistance equipment. The tender is conducted under an open competition procurement method, specifically targeting below-threshold contracts. Interested parties should note that the deadline for submission is set for 16th January 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 9th January 2026. Deliveries are expected across multiple regions in the UK, and the total estimated contract value is £50,000 GBP. Contract performance is slated to begin on 19th January 2026, concluding by 31st January 2026.

This tender presents a strategic growth opportunity for businesses specialising in gym and physical education equipment, particularly those with experience supplying educational institutions. Firms that can demonstrate compliance with UK safety standards, possess the necessary financial stability, and offer competitive pricing will be well-positioned to benefit. The contract includes optional provisions for maintenance services, further enticing businesses capable of offering comprehensive long-term solutions. By participating, businesses not only gain the prospect of securing a valuable client in The Challenge Academy Trust but also enhance their portfolio in the competitive fitness equipment market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Priestley College Gym Equipment

Notice Description

Equipment & Quantity Stepper 1 Treadmill 2 Upright Cycle 1 Cross Trainer / Elliptical Machine 2 Recumbent Cycle 1 Resistance wall for up to 10 users in the region of l6.35m x w1.5m x h2.5m to include: 1 1 x 2m Pull-Up Bar, 1 storage bay, 1 x flywheel 1 x half rack (including 1 pair safety bars, 1 pair multi-grip dip handles, 8 x storage pins, 1 x barbell holder, 1 pair J-hooks) Also to include: 2 x 50kg weight stack and Power mode 1 pair short and long handles 1x ankle strap 1x step Complete Set Power Band Resistance 1 Rope 2 Set of Hexagon Dumbbells including 8 pairs 5-22.5Kg 1 Set of heavy Kettlebells including 5 pairs 8-24Kg 1 Kettlebell 4kg 2 Hexagon Dumbbell 12.5Kg 2 Hexagon Dumbbell 10Kg 2 Hexagon Dumbbell 7.5Kg 2 Hexagon Dumbbell 5Kg 2 Medicine Ball 9 Kg 2 Medicine Ball 6 Kg 2 Medicine Ball 4 Kg 2 sling trainer 2 Circle rope 1 foam roller 4 Set Tricep Cord 1 Waist Belt 1 Leather ankle strap 1 Trazibar Cromato 1 Traction triangle 1 Articulated lever 1 Rubber bar for Lat machine 1 Adjustable bench 2 Barbell adapter Olympic half rack 1 Kit Olympic training plate 1 Barbell Pivot (single) 1 Olympic power bar 1 Bar 1 Bumper plate kg 25 2 Bumper plate kg 20 4 Bumper plate kg 15 2 Bumper plate kg 10 4 Bumper plate kg 5 4 Clamps 2 Leg press 1 Rower 1 Skierg 1 Aftersales cover

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: As an optional extra, please provided a costing for 2 planned preventative maintenance visits per year for a minimum of 3 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f508
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084430-2025
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

37420000 - Gymnasium equipment

37440000 - Fitness equipments

37480000 - Machinery or apparatus for leisure equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2026 30 days
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 CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
David Halsall
Contact Email
d.halsall@tcat.uk.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA4 3AE
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Appleton
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

Further Information

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