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High Chelmer lifts Refurbishment Project

CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL

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06 Jan 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process outlined pertains to a contract by Chelmsford City Council for the High Chelmer lifts Refurbishment Project. This contract is a restricted, two-stage, below-threshold works contract, employing a limited competition procurement method. Located in Chelmsford, UK, the project falls under the category of lift and escalator installation work. The procurement has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded to Liftec Express Ltd. Key dates include a contract start on 1st March 2026, with completion expected by 30th September 2026. The initial notice for this procurement was published on 6th January 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs specialising in building refurbishment and lift installation work, especially those capable of handling below-threshold projects. Such businesses can benefit from engaging in public sector contracts, which can provide a steady revenue stream and raise their industry profile. With Chelmsford City Council acting as the buying organisation, firms that can demonstrate experience and efficiency in similar refurbishment projects are well-placed to compete. By participating, businesses can bolster their portfolio, demonstrating their capability to handle public contracts and potentially paving the way for future opportunities in the public procurement sphere.

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Notice Title

High Chelmer lifts Refurbishment Project

Notice Description

Restricted two stage below-threshold works contract for the provision of a contractor for High Chelmer lifts Refurbishment Project. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=980895320

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060058
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000794-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45313000 - Lift and escalator installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£410,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Emma Till
Contact Email
procurement@chelmsford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01245 606606

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1JE
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Marconi
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFTEC EXPRESS

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