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title: "Winch Replacement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0683d6"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND"
published: "2026-04-16"
---

# Winch Replacement

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0683d6

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## Summary

The University of the West of England, located at Frenchay Campus in Bristol, has completed the procurement process for the "Winch Replacement" project, classified under the goods category for mechanical handling equipment. The direct procurement method was utilised, which follows the UK's legislative framework, specifically statute 2023/54. This project, carried out without competition due to being below the threshold, culminated in the award stage on 16th April 2026, with a contract period from 8th to 9th April 2026. The tender has been categorised under sub-central government as a public authority.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for companies specialising in mechanical handling equipment, such as SOLUTIONS ON STAGE LIMITED, the awarded supplier based in Kingswood, Bristol. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in producing or supplying goods suitable for public authorities may find similar procurement processes ideal for securing new contracts. This contract, valued at £92,207.51 net and £110,649.01 gross, underlines the potential for businesses in the specified sector and region to collaborate with academic institutions. The procurement process, devoid of competitive bidding, indicates a streamlined and accessible opportunity for suppliers well-versed in handling equipment manufacturing or supply.

## Notice

Winch Replacement 0A18 BA. 1st payment INV.3390

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034547-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Apr 2026 - 9 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £92,207 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOLUTIONS ON STAGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42418500 - Mechanical handling equipment

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 09:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034547-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034547-2026
  16th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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