Somersham Parish Council external lift project

What this is

Somersham Parish Council seeks a qualified contractor to design, supply, install and commission an external passenger lift at its office building to improve accessibility for wheelchair users, people with reduced mobility, and other visitors. The project is a complete turnkey solution including site survey, design, installation, structural and electrical works, testing, commissioning and user training.

Key points

• Deadline: 24 August 2026, 11:59pm for tender submission
• Mandatory site visit to Norwood Building, Somersham required before submitting tender
• Complete turnkey solution required: design, supply, installation, commissioning, testing, user training and documentation
• Lift must comply with Equality Act 2010, Building Regulations and British Standards for passenger lifts
• Tender must include details of similar projects from last 5 years, proposed lift manufacturer/model, cost breakdown, warranties, maintenance, insurance and references
• Estimated budget GBP 25,000–40,000; SME-suitable open procedure

Who can bid

Open procedure suitable for SMEs. Contractors must be suitably qualified and experienced in accessibility projects and lift installation. Mandatory site visit required before submission.

How it is scored

Not explicitly stated in the document. Evaluation likely based on experience, proposed lift manufacturer/model, design quality, programme, cost breakdown, warranties, maintenance arrangements, and references.

Money

Estimated value GBP 25,000 to GBP 40,000. Breakdown of costs required in tender submission.

Performance guarantee

Contractor must provide warranties and maintenance packages as part of tender submission. Health and Safety policy and risk assessment methodology required.

Classification

CPV 51100000 — Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment East of EnglandSomersham, England