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title: "GMCA 973 BA Compressors Servicing and Maintenance"
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# GMCA 973 BA Compressors Servicing and Maintenance

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b1205d59-b96c-4b27-a344-d9b69a47c52e

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) recently awarded a contract for the servicing and maintenance of BA compressors to Bauer Kompressoren UK Ltd, with the contracting authority being the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. This procurement process falls under the medical equipment category, with additional classifications including individual and support equipment, and miscellaneous services. The contract, valued at £149,772.6, commenced on 19 October 2024 and is structured to run until 18 October 2026. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, marking its completion on 18 October 2024. Key dates include the tender period ending on 30 August 2024.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in equipment maintenance and specialised machinery services, particularly those familiar with statutory compliance in air quality testing and defect repairs. The contract's emphasis on quarterly Air Quality Tests and the provision of a 'Written Scheme of Examination' makes it particularly suitable for SMEs with experience in similar maintenance services. By participating, businesses can not only secure a substantial contract but also enhance their portfolio by working with a prominent public authority like the GMCA, illustrating their capabilities in handling critical service requirements.

## Notice

GMCA the contracting authority for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) wishes to award a contract to a successful bidder to provide the required service contract for the provision of maintaining, inspecting and testing all fixed installation BA compressors across the GMFRS estate. The service provider will also be responsible for carrying out quarterly Air Quality Tests (AQTs) which are required to ensure we meet our statutory requirement needs. These records need to be recorded and shared with the organisation after the tests are carried out and completed. In addition, the successful bidder will also be required to provide, review and update (where necessary) the associated 'Written Scheme of Examination' (WSEs) for each compressor. The service provider will also be required to attend and repair any reported defects that may occur on an adhoc basis, these must be completed within the agreed timescales which will be set out in the T&C's of the awarded contract. For more information visit The Chest at: www.the-chest.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bf37f81-5ca6-4cd3-becb-e5f6b3b9259a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 18 Oct 2024 - 18 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £285,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £149,772 |
| 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 | GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 6EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAUER KOMPRESSOREN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 35800000 - Individual and support equipment
- 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery
- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2024 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bf37f81-5ca6-4cd3-becb-e5f6b3b9259a
- 31 Jul 2024 at 08:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7ed995d-7728-4449-9ea4-3cff9eb49b3f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bf37f81-5ca6-4cd3-becb-e5f6b3b9259a
  22nd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7ed995d-7728-4449-9ea4-3cff9eb49b3f
  31st July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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