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title: "Lift Refurbishment Programme; 2024 - 2027"
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buyer: "GENTOO GROUP"
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# Lift Refurbishment Programme; 2024 - 2027

Buyer: GENTOO GROUP  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b2cecd54-38b0-431c-99d7-7664f3335614

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## Summary

The Gentoo Group is seeking to procure a Lift Refurbishment Contractor for a programme spanning 2024 to 2027. The project will encompass revitalizing lifts in various blocks within Sunderland, Houghton, Hetton, and Washington. The contract is structured as an open 1-stage Tender, with key deadlines set for February 8, 2024, for the tender period end date, and starting from May 20, 2024, until May 19, 2027, for the contract period. This opportunity falls under the works main procurement category and provides growth potential for businesses specialising in lift refurbishment services in the North East of England.

Gentoo Group's Lift Refurbishment Programme presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses to secure a long-term contract for revitalising lifts across multiple buildings. The tender process allows SMEs to compete, with a focus on providing not only a cost-effective solution but also a well-detailed delivery and a strong social value proposition. Interested firms are encouraged to look into the tender specifications for year 1 and prepare for subsequent year works, as Gentoo plans to release more information in advance. The procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold, offering a fair chance for various businesses to participate in this potentially promising opportunity.

## Notice

Gentoo Group are currently seeking to procure a Lift Refurbishment Contractor to fully revitalise lifts within various blocks all located within the boundaries of Sunderland, Houghton, Hetton and Washington. The programme will provisionally commence in May 2024 and run for a period of 2 years with a possible extension clause of 1 year - subject to performance and at the discretion of Gentoo Group. It is anticipated that 2-3 buildings per year will require full refurbishments, which will include, but will not be limited to: - Renewal of all mechanical equipment including Lift Motors and Controllers; - Renewal of Suspension Ropes and Belts - Full refurbishment of the existing carriages internally; and - Renewal of all associated Door Equipment. Full information regarding the scope can be found within the Tender documentation. This will be an open 1-stage Tender in which Gentoo will be seeking the following from Bidders: 1. A cost for the first years work, inclusive of outlining the proposed materials to be used; 2. A qualitative submission outlining your delivery proposals; and 3. A Social Value submission which will identify all of the added value you will bring to this programme. Full Specifications are provided within the Tender Pack for year 1 of the programme only. All future years works information will be prepared next year in advance. The Specifications provided are classed as "Performance Specifications" which will require the Tenderer to select the materials best suited to complete the works. Additional information: Should this Tender opportunity be of interest, please email david.major@gentoogroup.com and we will contact you once the information is ready to be issued.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96a4de17-3a48-445e-9cad-b0338aa0a359 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | 27 Nov 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 May 2024 - 19 May 2027 |
| 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 | GENTOO GROUP |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR3 3XR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Doxford |
| Westminster constituency | Houghton and Sunderland South |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42416000 - Lifts, skip hoists, hoists, escalators and moving walkways
- 42416100 - Lifts
- 42416110 - Bath lifts
- 42416120 - Goods lifts
- 42416130 - Mechanical lifts
- 42416200 - Skip hoists
- 42416210 - Bin-lifts
- 42416300 - Hoists
- 42416400 - Escalators
- 42416500 - Moving walkways
- 42417000 - Elevators and conveyors
- 42417100 - Pneumatic elevators or conveyors
- 42417200 - Conveyors
- 42417210 - Bucket-type, continuous-action elevators or conveyors
- 42417220 - Belt-type continuous-action elevators or conveyors
- 42417230 - Armoured-faced conveyors (AFCS) for mining
- 42417300 - Conveyor equipment
- 42417310 - Conveyor belts

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2023 at 11:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96a4de17-3a48-445e-9cad-b0338aa0a359
- 17 Nov 2023 at 10:54 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3bc1ce2-6ed0-421c-844c-bec052d4a6bc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96a4de17-3a48-445e-9cad-b0338aa0a359
  11th December 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3bc1ce2-6ed0-421c-844c-bec052d4a6bc
  17th November 2023 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://app.panacea-software.com/gentoo/
  Click above to Apply (link to e-procurement portal)

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