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title: "Provision of Removal Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-048991"
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buyer: "HULL CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-27"
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# Provision of Removal Services

Buyer: HULL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-048991

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## Summary

Hull City Council recently awarded a contract for providing removal services, which falls under the "services" industry category, specifically focusing on relocation services. The procurement process concluded with an award, and the successful contract with Hardakers Removals & Storage Limited was signed on 23rd June 2025, with the services set to last until 22nd June 2028, including an optional extension for another 12 months. This open procedure was completed through a one-stage tender process, and the contract is valued at approximately £450,000. The location associated with this contract is UKE11, which pertains to the area around Kingston upon Hull in the United Kingdom.

This tender creates substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialised in commercial and residential relocation services. Companies that offer high-quality service delivery with a strong emphasis on price competitiveness would be well-suited to compete in this space, as demonstrated by the award criteria which prioritised pricing at 60% and quality at 40%. The focus on quality and cost-efficiency highlights the need for businesses to leverage innovative service methodologies, safe handling practices, and efficient contract management to excel in such procurement opportunities. This contract aligns with businesses seeking to expand their presence in the public sector relocation service market.

## Notice

Hull City Council (The Authority) awarded a supplier to provide Removal Services. The tender was an open procedure consisting of a one stage process. The contract commenced on 23rd June 2025 and will end by 22nd June 2028 with an option to extend for a period of 12 months. The Authority has estimated the value of the Services to be PS150,000 per annum.

### Lot Information

General (Low Value Items / Lower Risk) Commercial Removals and Relocations

Hull City Council (The Authority) awarded a supplier to provide Removal Services. The tender was an open procedure consisting of a one stage process. The contract commenced on 23rd June 2025 and will end by 22nd June 2028 with an option to extend for a period of 12 months. The Authority has estimated the value of the Services to be PS150,000 per annum.

Renewal: The framework is expected to be renewed in 2029, appropriate notices and invitation to tender will be issued when necessary

Specialist (High Value Items / Higher Risk) Commercial Removals and Relocations

Larger scale complex jobs, of items that are generally higher individual value or require a higher level of specialist handling eg IT Equipment, Laboratory Equipment, Engineering/Workshop Equipment, Art Museum and High Value Artefacts, Library Collections etc. May include packing and unpacking services, and off-site storage. Appropriateness to be determined by the agreement user Suppliers to confirm the specialisms they can satisfy Requirements will include, but not be limited to: *the complete removal of all effects from and to, one or more locations *the part relocation of effects *the repositioning of effects within one or more rooms and buildings *to collect goods from an Institution Store, deliver to one or more locations *advice on the packing of effects *the packing of effects prior to removal, in particular for specialist (high value items / higher risk) removals, and international moves *the supply of staff *the supply of packing crates, containers or cartons *the collection and retrieval of effects *the secure storage of effects *removal and safe disposal of protective materials from the site Effects may include but will not be limited to: *Computing and IT equipment *Workshop equipment *Library Equipment and/or books and/or collections *Arts and artefacts, eg: Paintings, drawings, mosaics, Artworks of printmaking and calligraphy, fine-art photography, sculptures artefacts jewellery, etc. The Supplier should be able to collect and transport any size, weight or quantity of effects packed in a variety of styles including but not limited to: *crates/cartons *pallets *irregularly shaped items requiring bespoke protection/packaging A reliable and efficient service delivery is crucial to the smooth running of the Members services across several departments. Requirements may vary in size, frequency and range

Renewal: The framework is expected to be renewed in 2029, appropriate notices and invitation to tender will be issued when necessary

Container/Crate Hire and/or Purchase, and Packaging Products

Members may require the supply of packing/storage containers/crates on a hire basis, or to purchase. And other packaging products to purchase. A general purpose crate with lid are by far the most common crate used, however a comprehensive range of containers should be available

Renewal: The framework is expected to be renewed in 2029, appropriate notices and invitation to tender will be issued when necessary

Domestic Style Removals and Relocations

eg employee relocation (within UK), porter style assistance for students moving into university accommodation

Renewal: The framework is expected to be renewed in 2029, appropriate notices and invitation to tender will be issued when necessary

International Moves

Complex relocation project requiring complete move planning & management service for capital and high risk/value projects. The services to be provided may comprise of all or any of the following but not be limited to: *Defining Client Requirements *Space Planning / Control Procedures *Move Planning and Preparation *Secure Warehouse/ Storage Solution *Customs Clearance Document Advice/Preparation and Management *Post Move Contract Management / Aftercare Not employee relocation Requirements will include, but not be limited to: *the complete removal of all effects from and to, one or more locations *the part relocation of effects *the repositioning of effects within one or more rooms and buildings *to collect goods from an Institution Store, deliver to one or more locations *advice on the packing of effects *the packing of effects prior to removal, in particular for specialist (high value items / higher risk) removals, and international moves *the supply of staff *the supply of packing crates, containers or cartons *the collection and retrieval of effects *the secure storage of effects *removal and safe disposal of protective materials from the site Effects may include but will not be limited to: *Documents *Office equipment and furniture *Computing and IT equipment *Workshop equipment *Library Equipment and/or books and/or collections *Arts and artefacts, eg: Paintings, drawings, mosaics, Artworks of printmaking and calligraphy, fine-art photography, sculptures artefacts jewellery, etc. The Supplier should be able to collect and transport any size, weight or quantity of effects packed in a variety of styles including but not limited to: *crates/cartons *pallets *irregularly shaped items requiring bespoke protection/packaging A reliable and efficient service delivery is crucial to the smooth running of the Members services across several departments. Requirements may vary in size, frequency and range

Renewal: The framework is expected to be renewed in 2029, appropriate notices and invitation to tender will be issued when necessary

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035888-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | 13 Oct 2024 |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,000,000 |
| Lots value | £11,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,950,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HULL CITY COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | APUC LTD; EUROPEAN UNION; HIGHER EDUCATION PURCHASING CONSORTIUM WALES; LONDON UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LTD; NEUPC LTD; NWUPC LTD; SOUTHERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 5QX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | St Andrew's & Docklands |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice |
| Delivery location | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 13 |
| Supplier names | AGM BISHOPS; BUSINESS MOVES; CLOCKWORK REMOVALS; CROWN WORKSPACE; DELIVERY SERVICES & STORAGE; HARDAKERS REMOVALS & STORAGE; HARROW GREEN; JOHN BRADSHAW AND SON; JOHNSONS 1871; KWIKSHIFT EUROPEAN TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS; PICKFORDS MOVE MANAGEMENT; RIGHTGREENRECYCLE; SPECIALISED MOVERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 44617000 - Boxes
- 44619300 - Crates
- 98392000 - Relocation services

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2025 at 15:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035888-2025
- 17 Jun 2025 at 09:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032819-2025
- 27 Nov 2024 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038348-2024
- 9 Aug 2024 at 15:05 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025290-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://neupc.ac.uk/
- https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=956602339
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/104102
- https://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/
- https://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/#!/members
- https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/supporting-arts-museums-and-libraries/supporting-collections-and-cultural-property/government-indemnity-scheme
- https://www.hepcw.ac.uk/
- https://www.hepcw.ac.uk/members/
- https://www.hull.gov.uk/
- https://www.lupc.ac.uk/
- https://www.lupc.ac.uk/members/our-members/
- https://www.neupc.ac.uk/join/members/who-are-our-members
- https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/
- https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/members/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10402
- https://www.supc.ac.uk/
- https://www.supc.ac.uk/our-members/

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