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title: "Contract for Portable Appliance Testing"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "WYRE FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL"
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# Contract for Portable Appliance Testing

Buyer: WYRE FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e102cae9-c3f5-40a7-81c6-affc2fa0969c

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## Summary

The Wyre Forest District Council is seeking qualified contractors to conduct Portable Appliance Testing, with the contract valued at £4,000. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, and submissions must be submitted by 12 noon on Thursday, 9th November 2017. The testing services will be carried out in the West Midlands region. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st December 2017 and will last until 30th November 2022. The procurement method for this tender is an open procedure, inviting all eligible providers to participate.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical testing and maintenance services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have the required expertise and trained staff. Companies that can demonstrate experience in carrying out compliance tests in accordance with health and safety guidance will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this contract can facilitate growth through establishing long-term relationships with a local government authority, enhancing reputation, and expanding service portfolios within the public sector.

## Notice

Wyre Forest District Council are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified contractor with trained and skilled electrical operatives capable of carrying portable appliance testing. Tests to be carried out in accordance with the guidance provided in the HSE's maintaining portable electrical equipment guidance document for low risk sites (e.g. we do not wish all items to be tested on an annual basis). However, we will require a test of all qualifying items in the first year of the contract to establish the asset register. Due North Ref: DN303726 The deadline for submissions to Procontract Due North is 12 noon, Thursday 9th November. http://procontract.due-north.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb829e0-a9e0-4283-b8aa-1c12ccf6885e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2017 - 30 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000 |
| 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 | WYRE FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIDDERMINSTER |
| Post town | Dudley |
| Postcode | DY11 7WF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Wyre Forest |
| Electoral ward | Mitton |
| Westminster constituency | Wyre Forest |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50410000 - Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2017 at 13:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb829e0-a9e0-4283-b8aa-1c12ccf6885e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb829e0-a9e0-4283-b8aa-1c12ccf6885e
  16th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://procontract.due-north.com

## Provenance

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