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Winch Replacement

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

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16 Apr 2026 at 09:41

Summary of the contracting process

The University of the West of England, located at Frenchay Campus in Bristol, has completed the procurement process for the "Winch Replacement" project, classified under the goods category for mechanical handling equipment. The direct procurement method was utilised, which follows the UK's legislative framework, specifically statute 2023/54. This project, carried out without competition due to being below the threshold, culminated in the award stage on 16th April 2026, with a contract period from 8th to 9th April 2026. The tender has been categorised under sub-central government as a public authority.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for companies specialising in mechanical handling equipment, such as SOLUTIONS ON STAGE LIMITED, the awarded supplier based in Kingswood, Bristol. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in producing or supplying goods suitable for public authorities may find similar procurement processes ideal for securing new contracts. This contract, valued at £92,207.51 net and £110,649.01 gross, underlines the potential for businesses in the specified sector and region to collaborate with academic institutions. The procurement process, devoid of competitive bidding, indicates a streamlined and accessible opportunity for suppliers well-versed in handling equipment manufacturing or supply.

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Notice Title

Winch Replacement

Notice Description

Winch Replacement 0A18 BA. 1st payment INV.3390

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0683d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034547-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42418500 - Mechanical handling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£92,207 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Apr 2026 - 9 Apr 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
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1QY
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOLUTIONS ON STAGE

Further Information

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