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Tender

16 Jul 2026 at 11:59

Summary of the contracting process

Staffordshire County Council has initiated an open tender process for a Framework Agreement concerning the maintenance of fixed equipment. The procurement, titled "Framework Agreement for the provision of Maintenance of Fixed Equipment," specifically targets services such as repairs and maintenance of hoists, stairlifts, and medical equipment within Staffordshire, although it may occasionally extend beyond this locality. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions to be concluded by 17th August 2026, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 16th November 2026. The procurement falls under the services category and utilizes a framework agreement method without reopening competition, aiming to appoint a single participant.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in lift maintenance, medical equipment repairs, or similar services to secure a long-term contract valued at up to £1.5 million GBP. Firms with the capacity to provide comprehensive service maintenance, rapid response to call-outs, and capability for small-scale modifications would find this particularly advantageous. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability considerations in place, and successful bidders will benefit from potential contract renewals extending up to 2030. The combination of quality and price are the primary award criteria, with a 60% emphasis on price, ensuring competitive offerings stand out.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the provision of Maintenance of Fixed Equipment

Notice Description

The scope of this service is to provide: The maintenance, call outs, repairs of Fixed Equipment and repairs resulting from defects reported from a Thorough Examination of Fixed Equipment. Services to Fixed Equipment that shall comprise, but not be limited to: - a full comprehensive service maintenance and repair provision. the removal and storage of Fixed Equipment. minor modifications as instructed by the Authority. the use of spares from Fixed Equipment removals to undertake repairs. a twenty-four (24) hour call out facility. services as may be expressly required by the Authority from time to time following a Thorough Examination of the Fixed Equipment by the Authority's insurance providers. This service relates to Premises which are ordinarily located within the County of Staffordshire. However, from time to time the Authority may have a small number of locations based outside of the County boundary and which shall be included in this Specification.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended by 24 months to a final end date of 15th November 2030 on the same terms for such period in accordance with the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cce3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067244-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

42416300 - Hoists

44115600 - Stairlifts

50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

50750000 - Lift-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2029-05-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY 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
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
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)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

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