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STA scaffolding supply

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BRISTOL AND WESTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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24 Feb 2026 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust has concluded the procurement process for an ad hoc scaffolding supply, titled "STA scaffolding supply," within the goods category. The procurement, located in Bristol, UK, stemmed from a direct award due to the non-attractive nature of demand for broader tenders. The contract is scheduled to begin on 1st April 2026 and end on 31st March 2029. Award notice was published on 24th February 2026, with the contract's signature anticipated by 16th March 2026. Given its status, this agreement serves as a provisional solution until a formal larger tender is feasible in future.

This tender offers immediate potential for scaffolding businesses, especially small and medium enterprises, to engage with a reputed public authority, expanding their market reach and securing a long-term contract. The focus on scaffolding supply and associated services, including dismantling and erection work, highlights a critical demand in the construction industry. Companies specialising in scaffolding within the UK region could significantly benefit by securing reliable collaborative opportunities. Although the direct award limits competitive procedures due to urgency and a specific demand, interested businesses should keep abreast of future opportunities for formal engagement as the scaffolding needs evolve.

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Notice Title

STA scaffolding supply

Notice Description

Ad hoc scaffolding requirement. Originally intended to be an adjunct to an MTC agreement but this was found to be untenable. Estates dept peformed a pricing exercise outside of PA23 norms, but did not secure a large response hence notice. this agreement is being put in place until such time a formal individual or larger tender can be performed. This is NOT a tender opportunity.

Procurement Information

Ad hoc nature of demand is not attractive to bidders

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b6d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016618-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44212310 - Scaffolding

45262110 - Scaffolding dismantling work

45262120 - Scaffolding erection work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£186,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BRISTOL AND WESTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 3NU
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

R.B.C. SCAFFOLDING (BRISTOL

Further Information

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