Supply of Grounds Maintenance Tools and Equipment for Stretton Way Stores

KNOWSLEY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jun 2026 at 14:51

Tender

21 Apr 2026 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

Knowsley Council, a sub-central government public authority, has concluded the procurement process for the supply of grounds maintenance tools and equipment for Stretton Way Stores. The process was initiated as an open competition below the threshold, targeting the industry category of goods, specifically hand tools as per the CPV classification. Located in Huyton, the council has awarded the contract to ENDURA GROUP LIMITED. The contract was signed on 9th June 2026, with a performance start date of 1st July 2026 and completion by 30th June 2028, with an option for a 12-month extension. The total contract value is £50,000, and the buying organisation reserves the right to include additional tools under the contract's scope.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses in the hand tools manufacturing and supply sectors, especially those classified as SMEs, to expand their reach and operations by partnering with public authorities like Knowsley Council. The open competition procurement method encourages a wider range of businesses to participate, providing a platform for skilled suppliers to showcase their products and reliability. Such contracts present growth avenues for businesses aiming to establish or strengthen their foothold in public sector supply chains within the UK, particularly those with experience in delivering quality goods under structured procurement conditions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply of Grounds Maintenance Tools and Equipment for Stretton Way Stores

Notice Description

Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council has appointed a suitably qualified contractor for the Supply of Grounds Maintenance Tools and Equipment for Stretton Way Stores. Bidders should note that the values stated within this notice are not guaranteed, as this is a needs led service and tools will be purchased as and when required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Council reserves the right to add additional tools to their core list that fall within the remit of this contract.

Renewal: This contract has the optional extension for 12 months (up to 31 May 2029) subject to their being the budget available for this contract and satisfactory performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06874d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054401-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44511000 - Hand tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KNOWSLEY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HUYTON
Postcode
L36 9YU
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD7 Merseyside

Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Roby
Westminster Constituency
Knowsley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENDURA GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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