--- title: "Provision of Portable and Fixed Appliance Testing 2025" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c20f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c20f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c20f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c20f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BLACKPOOL COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-04" --- # Provision of Portable and Fixed Appliance Testing 2025 Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c20f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c20f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c20f.json) ## Summary Blackpool Council is initiating a public procurement process to appoint a single supplier for the "Provision of Portable and Fixed Appliance Testing 2025". This contract falls under the services category, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance of electrical building installations. The tender process is currently active and is in the 'tender' stage, with the procurement method being open procedure. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 6 January 2025, and the contract period starting from 1 February 2025 to 31 January 2027, with possible extension options. The services will be performed in the Blackpool region (UKD42), with an anticipated start of service on the contract commencement date lined up for February 2025. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in electrical equipment testing and maintenance, particularly those with qualified electricians who hold the C&G 18th Edition and City and Guilds 2377-22 certifications. The contract includes comprehensive testing requirements for both portable and fixed appliances, making it suitable for businesses that can provide end-to-end electrical safety services. The emphasis on quality, social value, and competitive pricing as award criteria positions this procurement process as a strategic opportunity for businesses looking to expand their service offerings and establish partnerships with governmental bodies. The contract's potential extensions further enhance business growth prospects, providing a stable and long-term engagement opportunity. ## Notice Blackpool Council is looking to appoint a single supplier to carry out testing of electrical equipment - portable and fixed appliances. Blackpool Council wish to appoint a Contractor who can clearly demonstrate the ability to meet our requirements and who offers the most economically advantageous bid. Please note that the qualifications deemed satisfactory for engineers employed on this contract will be qualified electricians who hold C&G 18th Edition and also hold City and Guilds 2377-22 or equivalent. ### Lot Information Lot 1 It shall be the duty of the successful Contractor to carry out the testing of all portable and fixed appliances, as defined in this Specification. This will include: Testing the portable and fixed appliances to protect the value of Blackpool Borough Council's (BC) assets. Maintaining a working environment for the building users and tenants that fulfils BC's obligations as defined in the lease(s). Making adequate arrangements for the Health and Safety of persons in or around the buildings and to fulfil all safety requirements particularly in regard to the Health & Safety at Work etc. Act. 1974. Scope of Works/Services The scope of work comprises the following:- (a) Testing of all portable appliances every year to include plug in sockets on desks. (b) Testing of fixed appliances at an interval to be agreed with Blackpool Council (c) Visually inspect & thermal image equipment in server rooms as per COP 5th edition (d) Replacing incorrect rating fuses (e) Replacing damaged 13A plugs (f) Remaking connections to plugs where necessary. It is anticipated that the term of the contract will be from 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2027 with the option to extend for a futher 12 plus 12 months. Renewal: The Contract may be extended incrementally by a further 12 plus 12 months subject to satisfactory review and budget availability. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038999-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 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 | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL | | Locality | BLACKPOOL | | Post town | Blackpool | | Postcode | FY1 1NA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool | | Local authority | Blackpool | | Electoral ward | Talbot | | Westminster constituency | Blackpool South | | Delivery location | TLD42 Blackpool | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations ## Release History - 4 Dec 2024 at 10:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038999-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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