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title: "Procurement of an Electric Scissor Lift for St Helens Council - Soft Market Test"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05fbde"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ST HELENS COUNCIL"
published: "2025-12-22"
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# Procurement of an Electric Scissor Lift for St Helens Council - Soft Market Test

Buyer: ST HELENS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fbde

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## Summary

St Helens Council, a sub-central government public authority, is in the planning stage of procuring an electric scissor lift as part of its fleet operational capabilities. This preliminary market engagement is part of their initiative to gauge interest and identify potential suppliers who can meet or exceed the equipment specifications. The procurement is classified under the industrial machinery category and is intended for delivery within the UKD7 region by the end of February 2026. Interested parties are invited to express interest and seek additional information through the Proactis platform until the engagement deadline on 23rd January 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying industrial machinery, particularly those specialising in scissor lifts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, with the possibility of demonstrating their products to ensure suitability with the council's requirements. This engagement allows businesses to showcase their offerings and potentially establish or strengthen their presence within public procurement markets, aiding in business growth and industry recognition.

## Notice

St Helens Council are looking to procure an Electric Scissor Lift to use in the workshop and possibly around the depot for the fleet team. The piece of equipment must reach approx. 9m, have a load capacity of 250kg and take up to 2 people. The council would be looking to undertake a demonstration of a range of suitable scissor lifts - brochures are welcome to be included as part of your response to this EOI. The Council is looking to purchase an electric scissor lift that meets or exceeds the specification above. During the Soft Market Test we would like to gauge the level of interest.

### Planning Information

The Council is looking to purchase an electric scissor lift that meets or exceeds the specification above. During the Soft Market Test we would like to gauge the level of interest.
This is being ran via the Proactis platform 'the Chest' - reference DN801584.
Here you can submit expression of interest and ask questions relating to this soft market test.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085528-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2026 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ST HELENS COUNCIL |
| Locality | ST HELENS |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA10 1HP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | St. Helens |
| Electoral ward | St Helens Town Centre |
| Westminster constituency | St Helens South and Whiston |
| Delivery location | TLD7 Merseyside |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42000000 - Industrial machinery

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2025 at 15:51 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085528-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085528-2025
  22nd December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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