---
title: "Saltwell Crematorium Chapel Overhead Heater"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0679d0"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-31"
---

# Saltwell Crematorium Chapel Overhead Heater

Buyer: GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0679d0

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## Summary

In a recent procurement process, Gateshead Borough Council awarded a contract regarding the "Saltwell Crematorium Chapel Overhead Heater," focusing on the replacement of an existing heater. The procurement falls under the goods category and was completed as part of the sub-central government public authority activities. Notably, the procurement method employed was classified as "Below threshold - unknown." Located in Gateshead, United Kingdom, the contract was awarded to COMMERCIAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES UK LIMITED, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME). The contract commenced on 18th January 2026 and concluded on 9th February 2026, with the agreement signed earlier on 8th January 2026. The crematrium renovation ensures heating via new equipment due to the failure of the previous unit. 

This tender represents opportunities for businesses within the heating equipment and commercial maintenance industry, particularly SMEs capable of delivering specialised goods. Businesses looking to expand in public sector projects will find this an ideal contract, offering avenues to establish a foothold within sub-central government procurement sectors. Companies skilled in handling bespoke heating solutions without exceeding typical threshold levels can use such procurements to demonstrate value and reliability, gaining potential further contracts with public authorities like Gateshead Borough Council. With Gateshead's proactive approach to maintaining community spaces, businesses can leverage such opportunities to enhance their portfolio and client base.

## Notice

Replacement of overhead Reznor heater as parts are unavailable for the existing unit. The current unit has failed and parts are no longer available so the chapel currently has no heating.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029925-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Jan 2026 - 9 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £45,709 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 1HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMMERCIAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39715200 - Heating equipment

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 15:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029925-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029925-2026
  31st March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cmsltd.co.uk
- https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/31230/Learning-and-Skills
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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