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14 Jun 2026 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Durham Aged Mineworkers' Homes Association focused on the acquisition of laundry equipment for Bulmer and Rutherford House. This procurement, categorised under the "goods" industry, took place in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom, and involved the purchase of multiple dryers and washing machines. The process reached the 'Award' stage, with the contract awarded on 13th June 2026, and the contract period set from 30th June to 31st August 2026. The procurement method was noted as below threshold with an unknown specific type. The announcement was a formal awarding of the contract to P&N Associates Ltd.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the laundry equipment supply sector, particularly those capable of providing high-quality washing and drying machines. SMEs such as P&N Associates Ltd have proven competitive in this instance, indicating that similarly structured businesses focusing on durable goods and efficient delivery can thrive in such tenders. Companies best suited to compete in this sector would benefit from demonstrating capabilities in handling specialised equipment supply within the specified timelines and developing strong relationships with public authorities like Durham Aged Mineworkers' Homes Association.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Laundry Equipment - Bulmer & Rutherford House

Notice Description

Purchase of: 1 x dryer for Bulmer House, 4 x dryers for and 3 x washing machines for Rutherford House.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b482
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055946-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
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
£27,120 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Durham Aged Mineworkers' Homes Association
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTER-LE-STREET
Postcode
DH3 3YH
Postcode Area
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Chester-le-Street North
Westminster Constituency
North Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

P&N Associates Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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