Tender

Tender for Gas Safety Inspections and Servicing

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

12 May 2026 at 08:29

Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tenders for its Gas Safety Inspections and Servicing contract, which is aimed at maintaining gas safety compliance across various properties in Sandwell. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an emphasis on repair and maintenance services within the public services industry category. Prospective contractors should note the procurement method is open procedure, and all submissions must be made through the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. The tender closes on 11 June 2026 at 15:00, with the contract expected to commence on 1 August 2026, spanning three years with an optional one-year extension. The geographical focus is in regions of UKG37, covering areas such as Wednesbury, Tipton, West Bromwich, Smethwick, and Oldbury.

This tender provides potential business growth opportunities for companies specialising in gas safety inspections, repairs, and maintenance services. With the contract valued at approximately £8 million, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the contract is structured in two lots, each with distinct geographical coverage. The evaluation of bids will consider both price and quality, with respective weights of 70% and 30%. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality services at competitive prices, while adhering to statutory safety requirements, will find this procurement a suitable platform to expand their service offerings and client base within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Tender for Gas Safety Inspections and Servicing

Notice Description

Tender for Gas Safety Inspections and Servicing Tenders are invited from contractors to support Sandwell MBC undertake its Landlords Duty in ensuring that gas safety inspection, service and associated repair works for all gas pipework, appliances and fittings owned by Sandwell MBC are carried out within statutory timescale in various types of properties within Sandwell. Sandwell MBC operates an MOT style gas servicing cycle; there are currently 24932 dwellings with a live gas supply. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: 11 June 2026 at 15:00hrs

Lot Information

Lot 1

North - Wednesbury, Tipton and West Bromwich

Renewal: The contract period will be 01 August 2026 to 31 July 2029 (3 years), with option to extend for a further 1 (one) year subject to satisfactory performance.

Lot 2

South - West Bromwich, Smethwick and Oldbury

Renewal: The contract period will be 01 August 2026 to 31 July 2029 (3 years), with option to extend for a further 1 (one) year subject to satisfactory performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069659
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043308-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50531100 - Repair and maintenance services of boilers

71631000 - Technical inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,666,666 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,666,666 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-01-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH 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
OLDBURY
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG37 Sandwell

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

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