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title: "Framework for PE and Gym Equipment (Schools and Education Facilities only) (2024) Lot 1 Maintenance and Servicing Inspections and Lot 2 Repair and Purchase"
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# Framework for PE and Gym Equipment (Schools and Education Facilities only) (2024) Lot 1 Maintenance and Servicing Inspections and Lot 2 Repair and Purchase

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4afc8b0-7a40-4884-9036-020ddd20a774

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## Summary

The Durham County Council has awarded a contract for the Framework for PE and Gym Equipment maintenance and servicing inspections, as well as repair and purchase for Schools and Educational Facilities. The contract value is GBP 160,000, and the contract period is from April 9, 2024, to March 26, 2029. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the tender period ended on March 14, 2024. The chosen suppliers for this contract are Continental Sports Ltd, Sports & Playground Services UK Ltd, and Sportsafe UK Ltd.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses, especially SMEs, in the services sector related to musical instruments, sport goods, and other recreational items. Companies involved in equipment servicing, maintenance, repair, and purchase for educational facilities would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, with the contract awarded to three suppliers. Businesses that can provide high-quality services in this industry category may find this tender beneficial for expanding their operations and securing long-term contracts with educational institutions.

## Notice

This Framework is for the servicing and potential maintenance, Repair and purchase (including replacement) of PE equipment and gym equipment for Schools and Educational Facilities. This Framework is available in two Lots: * Lot 1 - Servicing and Maintenance * Lot 2 - Repair and Purchase Any external works are not included in this framework and should not be undertaken as part of this framework. Bidders can choose to submit offers for one or both Lots and are advised to review the evaluation criteria of this exercise relevant to the Lot(s) they choose to bid for. The Council intends to appoint 3 bidders for each Lot under this Framework. It is to be noted that the moderate and major repairs and those minor repairs not covered within the standard maintenance costs are subject to client approval and the clients / organisations utilising this contract will not be obligated to use the successful bidders for moderate and major repairs following a maintenance visit should they so wish. The documents must be downloaded from www.nepo.org and insert reference DN 711911 within the supplier area

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66550655-61ff-4f42-9bc2-2f98eee2a584 |
| 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 | 30 May 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 8 Apr 2024 - 26 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| 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 | 3 |
| Supplier names | CONTINENTAL SPORTS; SPORTS & PLAYGROUND SERVICES; SPORTSAFE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 37000000 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

## Release History

- 30 May 2024 at 07:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66550655-61ff-4f42-9bc2-2f98eee2a584
- 19 Feb 2024 at 14:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6cf6a41b-b56b-412f-96fc-de394517363f
- 19 Feb 2024 at 14:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce2456d5-dfa6-429e-a363-c804bdc6f465

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66550655-61ff-4f42-9bc2-2f98eee2a584
  30th May 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6cf6a41b-b56b-412f-96fc-de394517363f
  19th February 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce2456d5-dfa6-429e-a363-c804bdc6f465
  19th February 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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