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title: "Provision of Calibration and Testing of Electrical Instruments"
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# Provision of Calibration and Testing of Electrical Instruments

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-851a0bd9-f39f-4ea9-b86f-6a44af65f4d4

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## Summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking tenders for the "Provision of Calibration and Testing of Electrical Instruments". This procurement process is classified under the category of electrical equipment and apparatus, aiming to enhance services within the technical inspection and testing industry. The tender is active and set to conclude on 22nd September 2021, with the contract period anticipated to run from 1st December 2021 to 30th November 2024. The approximate annual contract value is £3,000, subject to availability. Interested bidders should be located near the Roway Lane site, postal code B69 3ES, and are required to detail their turnaround times in their submissions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in calibration and testing services to expand their business. Companies offering technical inspection and testing services, particularly those with proximity to West Midlands, would be well-positioned to compete. The open procedure method allows for a fair and competitive bidding environment, making this an ideal chance for qualified firms to enhance their service offerings and potentially secure a lasting partnership with a local authority.

## Notice

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council wishes to invite a suitably qualified company to carry out calibration of various electrical test instruments listed in the pricing schedule, the company will need to be in the proximity of our Roway Lane site B69 3ES and can offer a collect and return service. Please indicate turnaround time for drop off and collect and return (Tab 2 Pricing Schedule) the award will be based on 100% price and the ability to provide the service in the turnaround times provided. The contract period will be three years from 1st December 2021 to 30th November 2024. The approximate annual contract value is PS3,000, this value cannot be guaranteed. Additional information: For further instructions and assistance in completing your application, please review the attached Quotation Document. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/657b17e2-ecd3-48e2-91ec-a030446cd062 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B69 3DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell |
| Local authority | Sandwell |
| Electoral ward | Oldbury |
| Westminster constituency | West Bromwich |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus
- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services
- 71631000 - Technical inspection services
- 71632000 - Technical testing services

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2021 at 13:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/657b17e2-ecd3-48e2-91ec-a030446cd062

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/657b17e2-ecd3-48e2-91ec-a030446cd062
  3rd September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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