Tender

B329/26 - Provision of Portable Appliance Equipment Testing

BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

11 Feb 2026 at 15:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Bridgend County Borough Council focuses on acquiring services related to Portable Appliance Equipment Testing (PAT). This tender, identified as B329/26, encompasses the inspection and testing of portable appliances to ensure safety compliance. Located in Bridgend, UK, this procurement falls under the category of public authority sub-central government, adhering to Welsh devolved regulations. The tender is currently active, with key dates including the deadline for tender submissions on 9th March 2026 and the contract award period ending on 23rd March 2026. The procurement method implemented is an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions through an online portal accessible in both English and Welsh languages. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and is expected to last until 31st March 2028, with a potential renewal option of up to an additional 24 months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical services and equipment inspection. Companies with expertise in repair, maintenance, and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications, and audio-visual equipment, as well as work environment services, are well-suited to bid for this contract. The open procedure facilitates broad competition, encouraging both large enterprises and SMEs to submit their bids. With a substantial contract value estimated at £399,600 gross, this tender promises lucrative growth for qualified businesses. Furthermore, the renewal option provides businesses with the possibility of extending their engagement, ensuring continued business growth and stability.

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Notice Title

B329/26 - Provision of Portable Appliance Equipment Testing

Notice Description

BCBC wish to appoint a contractor for Portable Appliance Equipment Testing (PAT) - The Inspection and Testing of the Authority's Portable Appliances. Requires duty-holders to ensure electrical equipment is maintained "at regular, appropriate intervals" to prevent danger.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: An option to extend for a further period of up to 24 months on an annual basis.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064e25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012517-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

71631100 - Machinery-inspection services

98342000 - Work environment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£333,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£333,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-01-14

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@bridgend.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGEND
Postcode
CF31 4WB
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot

Local Authority
Bridgend
Electoral Ward
Bridgend Central
Westminster Constituency
Bridgend

Further Information

Notice Documents

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