Tender

Fall Protection (Provision of)

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

04 Mar 2026 at 09:18

Planning

03 Mar 2026 at 14:03

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Sunderland College has initiated a tender process for the provision and enhancement of Fall Protection systems, with a service contract spanning 36 months and the possibility of extending for two additional 12-month periods. The procurement process is currently in the 'tender' stage, with submissions open until 12:00 PM on 24th March 2026. This contract is part of the procurement category for services under an open competition, valued in GBP currency. Interested businesses have until 18th March 2026 to raise enquiries. The procurement involves the installation and maintenance of safety equipment and falls within the safety services industry category. The College, located at Bede Campus, Sunderland, is inviting submissions through an electronic platform provided by In-Tend.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in safety installations, barriers, and equipment maintenance services. With a focus on quality criteria such as service delivery, social value, and added value, businesses that can demonstrate competence in these areas are well-suited to compete. Particularly, SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the contract is designed to cater to their suitability. The contract offers not only an initial 3-year engagement but potential renewals, making it an attractive proposition for firms seeking a long-term partnership with a public undertaking such as the City of Sunderland College.

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Notice Title

Fall Protection (Provision of)

Notice Description

The College have a requirement to bring existing Fall Protection systems up to the required standard and to contract for the provision of Fall Protection for a period of 36 months, with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months.

Planning Information

The College notified potential supplier of its intention to advertise this opportunity. This notification was for market awareness purposes only and did not confer any advantage on any supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0660e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019287-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34928300 - Safety barriers

34928310 - Safety fencing

35113000 - Safety equipment

35113300 - Safety installations

45233292 - Installation of safety equipment

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
4 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR3 4AH
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Barnes
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

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