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title: "Calibration of plant and equipment"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Calibration of plant and equipment

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0a639b11-864a-4b3c-89d7-52cfb3dd9a73

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Calibration of plant and equipment" was conducted by Durham County Council, with services classified under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. Situated in the North East region of the United Kingdom, the procurement method employed was an open procedure. The tender period concluded on 31st May 2019, and the awarded contract, valued at £60,000, commenced on 19th June 2019 and will last until 18th June 2022.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in calibration services, repair, and maintenance, particularly those that possess the necessary expertise to adhere to manufacturer guidelines. The contract may be particularly relevant for larger firms rather than small and medium enterprises or voluntary community services, given the specific requirements for providing certification and adherence to standards. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their client base within the public sector, enhancing their reputation and operational experience in the industry.

## Notice

To provide a service to the council of calibrating various pieces of equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines and supplying all associated certificates.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcb5aa71-a9ec-4e77-9cba-7638f4e66c2e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | 19 Jun 2019 - 18 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TOTAL RENTAL SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 50433000 - Calibration services

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2019 at 09:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcb5aa71-a9ec-4e77-9cba-7638f4e66c2e
- 9 May 2019 at 21:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/762e0423-e330-4ab8-896b-60977f61e127

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcb5aa71-a9ec-4e77-9cba-7638f4e66c2e
  27th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/762e0423-e330-4ab8-896b-60977f61e127
  9th May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk

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