Tender

Solid Fuel Servicing & Chimney Sweeping

CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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20 Feb 2026 at 10:59

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Tender

13 Feb 2026 at 14:26

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Chesterfield Borough Council is inviting tenders for the provision of solid fuel servicing and chimney sweeping services for 50 properties around Chesterfield. The procurement process is currently in the tender update stage, with the opportunity adhering to an open competition method. The contract is valued at £65,000 net (£78,000 gross) and is classified under furnace and chimney cleaning services. Interested suppliers have until 13 March 2026 to submit their proposals electronically via the Proactis tender portal. The service contract has an initial duration of two years, commencing on 6 April 2026, with potential extensions for up to two additional years, subject to review. The process is governed by UK legislation reference 2023/54.

This procurement opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for organisations specialising in chimney cleaning and related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises, are encouraged to tender. The criteria for selection include a combination of price (40%) and technical capability and quality (60%), providing a fair chance for businesses with strong technical skills and competitive pricing strategies. By securing this contract, suppliers can enhance their portfolio with a reputable public authority and potentially secure long-term business through contract extensions, fostering continued development and stability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Solid Fuel Servicing & Chimney Sweeping

Notice Description

This opportunity is for the for the provision of Solid fuel Servicing and Chimney Sweeping. The Council currently own or manages 50 properties throughout Chesterfield that require the services. The contract will be for an initial 2-year period with the option to extend for 2, 12-month periods at the discrepancy of the Council.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 options to extend for a further 12 months each subject to a formal review.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065410
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015562-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90915000 - Furnace and chimney cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Apr 2026 - 5 Apr 2028 2-3 years
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
CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@chesterfield.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTERFIELD
Postcode
S40 1LP
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF12 East Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Chesterfield
Electoral Ward
Spire
Westminster Constituency
Chesterfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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