Award

Laundry Equipment for HMP Gartree.

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

ContractTermination

21 Apr 2026 at 11:50

UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Award

21 Apr 2026 at 08:36

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

14 Apr 2026 at 12:23

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for laundry equipment at HMP Gartree was conducted by the Ministry of Justice, a central government public authority based in London. The procurement involved the supply and installation of laundry washing, dry-cleaning, and drying machines. Initially awarded under a selective process from a framework agreement, the contract commenced on 28 January 2026 and ended on 31 March 2026, with key decisions dating back to 20 January 2026. However, due to technical issues, the publication of certain notices was delayed, affecting the prescribed timeline under the Procurement Act 2023. The contract, valued at £165,000 net (£198,000 gross), suffered termination on 31 March 2026, with resolution concluded by 21 April 2026.

This procurement offered substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of laundry equipment, particularly small to medium enterprises like Girbau UK. The contract was a one-off procurement above the threshold, suggesting a competitive environment favouring businesses with relevant industry expertise in laundry machinery. Engagement with a public authority in a central government framework could bolster the credibility and visibility of participating suppliers, fostering potential future collaborations. This opportunity set a precedent for similar tenders and could advantage businesses aiming to expand their footprint in public sector procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Laundry Equipment for HMP Gartree.

Notice Description

The supply and installation of laundry equipment at HMP Gartree. Note: Due to to technical issues with the FTS platform we were able to publish this end, subsequent notices within the timeframe prescribed in the Procurement Act 2023. Award Decision Date: 20/01/2026 Contract Start Date: 28/01/2026 Contract End Date: 31/03/2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0681f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036056-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42716000 - Laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£165,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GIRBAU

Further Information

Notice Documents

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