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title: "PERFQ12/23-01 Wire-Guided Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Forklift Truck (Supply, Installation & Maintenance)"
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# PERFQ12/23-01 Wire-Guided Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Forklift Truck (Supply, Installation & Maintenance)

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b12c21e3-c97d-47e6-8abf-6a657d2ef357

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## Summary

This public procurement contracting process, led by Espo, focuses on the supply, installation, and maintenance of a Wire-Guided Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Forklift Truck for the extension of Espo's warehouse in Leicester (LE19 1ES, England). The requirements are divided into two lots: outright purchase (Lot 1) and lease (Lot 2) of the VNA forklift truck, both including the installation of the charger and wire guidance system. With a procurement method classified as an open procedure below the threshold and completion of the award phase, the value of the contract stands at £128,177.69 GBP. The tender stage was completed by 12:00 pm on 26 January 2024, with the contract period set to commence on 3 September 2024 and span five years, concluding on 2 September 2029.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing, maintenance, and leasing of material handling and lifting equipment. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises) are particularly well-suited to engage in this contracting process, especially given the project's alignment with local economic development. By participating in this tender, businesses can expand their market presence through long-term partnerships and potentially secure future contracts within the public sector.

## Notice

A Request for Quotation for one new wire-guided Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) forklift truck with maintenance, charger and wire guidance system installation for ESPO's new warehouse extension. The requirement is divided into Lots for outright purchase and lease. Lot 1 - Outright Purchase and maintenance of one Wire-Guided VNA forklift truck, including installation of charger and wire guidance system Lot 2 - Lease and maintenance of one Wire-Guided VNA forklift truck, including installation of charger and wire guidance system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbda4663-66bb-4d44-8ffa-14d5ebb1211f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2024 - 2 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £128,177 |
| 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 | ESPO |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STILL MATERIALS HANDLING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 31158000 - Chargers
- 42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts
- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment
- 66114000 - Financial leasing services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2024 at 15:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbda4663-66bb-4d44-8ffa-14d5ebb1211f
- 19 Jan 2024 at 10:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8ba9f8a-6f54-4147-b00d-3239572a0074
- 18 Dec 2023 at 15:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8ba9f8a-6f54-4147-b00d-3239572a0074

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbda4663-66bb-4d44-8ffa-14d5ebb1211f
  20th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8ba9f8a-6f54-4147-b00d-3239572a0074
  19th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
  (a) Go to https://www.eastmidstenders.org/; (b) Register (if not already registered on ProContract); (c) Search for tender opportunity 'PERFQ12/23-01' (via "View Opportunities" from the 'EastMidsTenders' Portal); (d) Express an interest; (e) Download the tender documents (from the ProContract Activity summary screen, once an Expression of interest has been completed).

## Notice URLs

- https://www.espo.org/

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