Tender

Corn Exchange Replacement Accessible Lift

IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Apr 2026 at 10:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Ipswich Borough Council is actively seeking quotations for the provision and installation of a new accessible lift at the Corn Exchange. The procurement process, classified under 'tender', is currently at the tender stage and falls within the goods category, focusing on lifts and installation work. With a designation as a below-threshold open competition, interested parties can submit their responses electronically via the Suffolk Sourcing portal. This initiative, valued at £27,000 excluding VAT, is targeted towards suppliers capable of delivering high-quality lift installation solutions within the location of Suffolk, United Kingdom. The enquiry period concludes on 23rd April 2026, while the deadline for tender submissions is set for 7th May 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical and electrical installation work, particularly those involved with lift systems and components. Given the reserved participation for SMEs and VCSEs, smaller enterprises or those with a social enterprise focus stand to benefit. With the award criteria allocating 70% towards price and 30% towards quality, businesses excelling in competitive pricing and quality assurance are well-positioned to submit strong bids. This project not only promises immediate contract value but also offers a chance to forge a long-term relationship with a significant local government entity, providing foothold for future opportunities in the East of England region.

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Notice Title

Corn Exchange Replacement Accessible Lift

Notice Description

Ipswich Borough Council is inviting Quotes for the provision and install of a new accessible lift.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067ec4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032287-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

42416000 - Lifts, skip hoists, hoists, escalators and moving walkways

42416100 - Lifts

42416130 - Mechanical lifts

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45313100 - Lift installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£27,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2DE
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

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