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Maintenance Contract - Market Square Water Feature

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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20 Mar 2026 at 12:22

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was initiated by West Northamptonshire Council, focusing on the maintenance of the Market Square Water Feature in Northampton. The procurement falls under the public authority category within sub-central government and adheres to the legal framework specified by the UK Public General Acts. With a procurement method described as 'below threshold - without competition', the process was completed with an award in the services industry category. The contract became active on 1st February 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 30th January 2027, offering potential adjustments for essential equipment and parts beyond those covered by the existing agreement or warranty.

The maintenance contract for the Market Square Water Feature presents valuable opportunities for growth, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises specialising in repair and maintenance services. With direct procurement already awarded to The Fountain Workshop (Maintenance) Limited, businesses aiming to compete for similar contracts in the future may benefit by aligning their services with the council's requirements. Companies dedicated to ensuring the seamless operation of public utilities, especially in urban settings, stand well-positioned to capitalise on such tender opportunities, fostering stronger ties with local authorities and expanding their operational presence within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

Maintenance Contract - Market Square Water Feature

Notice Description

Annual maintenance contract for a town centre Market Square Water Feature. PS26,988.52

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067042
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025731-2026
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


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,988 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Nov 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 30 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE FOUNTAIN WORKSHOP (MAINTENANCE

Further Information

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