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10 Jul 2026 at 12:25

Summary of the contracting process

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking a contractor for the replacement and upgrade of generator systems at the Civic Centre and Cromer Road. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Generators" as classified by CPV code 31120000. The procurement method is open competition, specifically designed below the threshold, allowing various businesses to participate. Located in the UKG23 region, this procurement is in the tender stage, with proposals due by 7th August 2026. The contract period is set between 1st September and 2nd November 2026, with an approximate project value of £280,000.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specializing in generator installation and maintenance. Given the project's scope and the open competition method, it's suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises with relevant expertise. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality generator systems and installations within the short contract period will be well-positioned to compete effectively. The project's successful execution could establish long-term relationships with the Stoke-on-Trent City Council and open doors to future municipal projects.

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Notice Title

Generator Replacements (Civic Centre & Cromer Rd) - HDG/2025/981

Notice Description

Stoke on Trent City Council wishes to appoint a suitable contractor for the upgraded of the generator system at multiple sites. This includes the repurpose of an existing generator at one site.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c887
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065158-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31120000 - Generators

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 2 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOKE-ON-TRENT CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Postcode
ST4 1HH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent

Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hartshill Park & Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

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