--- title: "CBC-1210-T-TS Aluminium Columns" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c984a3dc-e8a7-4d28-8f44-f2a4f083995c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c984a3dc-e8a7-4d28-8f44-f2a4f083995c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c984a3dc-e8a7-4d28-8f44-f2a4f083995c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c984a3dc-e8a7-4d28-8f44-f2a4f083995c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2021-06-18" --- # CBC-1210-T-TS Aluminium Columns Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c984a3dc-e8a7-4d28-8f44-f2a4f083995c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c984a3dc-e8a7-4d28-8f44-f2a4f083995c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c984a3dc-e8a7-4d28-8f44-f2a4f083995c.json) ## Summary Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking suppliers for the project titled "CBC-1210-T-TS Aluminium Columns," aimed at providing 5-meter sectional raise and lower lighting columns made of aluminium. This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically under the classification of street-lighting columns. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 21 June 2021. The initial contract is set to commence on 5 July 2021 and extend for two years, with options for three additional year-long extensions. Tenderers are reminded to adhere to specified word count limits in their submissions and to utilise the In-tend portal for all communications. This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing, supply, and installation of lighting columns and related infrastructure. Suppliers of street-lighting products and highways engineering services would be well-positioned to compete effectively. Companies should consider their capabilities in meeting the technical specifications and their ability to provide support throughout the tender process, including clarifications and compliance with the Council’s requirements. Engaging in this tender allows businesses to expand their footprint while aligning with local council projects. ## Notice Supply of 5-meter Sectional 4 Position Raise & Lower Columns in Aluminium Central Bedfordshire Council requires the supply of 5m Raise and Lower Aluminium Lighting Columns to comply with BS EN 40-3 **Please take note of the information supplied within the SSQ/Tender documents, the guidance is to help you keep within our requirements. If you supply information that has not been requested, it will not be considered and will not form part of the evaluations process. Also be aware of the Word Count limits, any information going over will not be evaluated. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Please do not contact the Service area directly. Please view the 'Clarification' tab for any updates or responses to questions asked. Please avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all suppliers tendering, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification of, then please contact us using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Please ensure that you inform us of your decision to participate. To submit a response, you will be required to Opt In. 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Target contract commencement date: 05 July 2021 Contract term: 2 years (+1+1+1 optional) Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/686590be-2bba-4b8b-8b80-26c4c45a0d45 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Jul 2021 - 11 Jul 2023 | | 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | SHEFFORD | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 34928510 - Street-lighting columns - 71311220 - Highways engineering services ## Release History - 18 Jun 2021 at 08:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/686590be-2bba-4b8b-8b80-26c4c45a0d45 - 11 Jun 2021 at 11:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/686590be-2bba-4b8b-8b80-26c4c45a0d45 - 13 May 2021 at 10:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/686590be-2bba-4b8b-8b80-26c4c45a0d45 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/686590be-2bba-4b8b-8b80-26c4c45a0d45 18th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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