Scope
Reference
DN804027
Description
Worcester City Council is looking for a contractor to carry out Maintenance and water-quality testing of Worcester City Council's three public water features - Gheluvelt Park Splashpad, Cripplegate Fountain (Grade II listed) and Quayhead Fountain - including seasonal servicing, reactive repairs, planned maintenance and weekly microbiological testing to ensure safe, reliable operation throughout the summer season.
Please see separate documents attached on the portal.
The Council is using the e-procurement portal known as the Proactis Pro-Contract portal https://procontract.due-north.com to conduct this procurement exercise.
To gain access to the procurement documents, bidders will need to register their company details at the above website. Once registered, bidders will be emailed a log-in and password, allowing them to gain access to the procurement documents. Bidders will need to search for the invitation under Worcester City Council and then electronically submit an expression of interest and follow the online instructions to view the procurement documents.
Total value (estimated)
- £158,000 excluding VAT
- £189,600 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
One ear extension available
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 24000000 - Chemical products
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
Participation
Conditions of participation
N/A
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
18 February 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
25 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
The Council is using the e-procurement portal known as the Proactis Pro-Contract portal https://procontract.due-north.com to conduct this procurement exercise.
To gain access to the procurement documents, bidders will need to register their company details at the above website. Once registered, bidders will be emailed a log-in and password, allowing them to gain access to the procurement documents. Bidders will need to search for the invitation under Worcester City Council and then electronically submit an expression of interest and follow the online instructions to view the procurement documents.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60.00% |
| Price | Price | 40.00% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Worcester City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWCP-1821-QDRP
The Guildhall
Worcester
WR1 2EY
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@worcester.gov.uk
Website: http://www.worcester.gov.uk/
Region: UKG12 - Worcestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government