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Closomat Install, Servicing and Repairs

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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14 Jan 2026 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Darlington Borough Council involves the contract titled "Closomat Install, Servicing and Repairs," focusing on the installation, servicing, and repair of Palma Vita toilets and existing Gerbrits toilets in council properties. This process falls under the services category and was conducted using the 'direct' procurement method, which is below the threshold and without competition. The procurement is in the award and contract stage, with the contract having been signed on 1st January 2026 and planned to last until 31st December 2027, with an option to extend for up to two additional years. This project is located within the UKC13 region, specifically Darlington, United Kingdom.

Businesses specializing in toilet installation and maintenance services, particularly those familiar with products like Palma Vita and Gerbrits toilets, stand to benefit from this tender opportunity. The awarded contract presents growth potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) such as Closomat Limited, which has already been successful in securing the contract worth approximately £71,554. Companies aiming to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts or enhance their footprint in the Darlington region would find this tender beneficial. Additionally, businesses that can efficiently deliver repair and maintenance services while meeting the council's quality standards would be well-suited to explore similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Closomat Install, Servicing and Repairs

Notice Description

To supply, install, service, and repair Palma Vita toilets, and carry out servicing and repairs on Gerbrits toilets that are already installed in Council properties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060575
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003012-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

50760000 - Repair and maintenance of public conveniences

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,554 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QT
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLOSOMAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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