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Saltwell Crematorium Chapel Overhead Heater

GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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31 Mar 2026 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

In a recent procurement process, Gateshead Borough Council awarded a contract regarding the "Saltwell Crematorium Chapel Overhead Heater," focusing on the replacement of an existing heater. The procurement falls under the goods category and was completed as part of the sub-central government public authority activities. Notably, the procurement method employed was classified as "Below threshold - unknown." Located in Gateshead, United Kingdom, the contract was awarded to COMMERCIAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES UK LIMITED, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME). The contract commenced on 18th January 2026 and concluded on 9th February 2026, with the agreement signed earlier on 8th January 2026. The crematrium renovation ensures heating via new equipment due to the failure of the previous unit.

This tender represents opportunities for businesses within the heating equipment and commercial maintenance industry, particularly SMEs capable of delivering specialised goods. Businesses looking to expand in public sector projects will find this an ideal contract, offering avenues to establish a foothold within sub-central government procurement sectors. Companies skilled in handling bespoke heating solutions without exceeding typical threshold levels can use such procurements to demonstrate value and reliability, gaining potential further contracts with public authorities like Gateshead Borough Council. With Gateshead's proactive approach to maintaining community spaces, businesses can leverage such opportunities to enhance their portfolio and client base.

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Notice Title

Saltwell Crematorium Chapel Overhead Heater

Notice Description

Replacement of overhead Reznor heater as parts are unavailable for the existing unit. The current unit has failed and parts are no longer available so the chapel currently has no heating.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0679d0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029925-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39715200 - Heating equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,709 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
18 Jan 2026 - 9 Feb 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMMERCIAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES

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