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Tender opportunity: Chesterfield Borough Council seeks suppliers for stairlifts and ceiling track hoists

Tender opportunity: Chesterfield Borough Council seeks suppliers for stairlifts and ceiling track hoists

BHTA members involved in home adaptations, moving and handling equipment, and accessibility solutions are encouraged to review this new tender opportunity from Chesterfield Borough Council for the supply and installation of stairlifts and ceiling track hoists in domestic properties.

The contract is intended to support the provision of equipment in homes across Chesterfield. It covers both stairlift installations and ceiling track hoist systems, with separate lots for each requirement.

Key details

  • Reference: 2026/S 000-029620
  • Value: £1,500,000 excluding VAT
  • Duration: 1 June 2026 to 1 June 2028, with a possible extension to 1 June 2030

Contract details

This is an open procedure tender notice published under the Procurement Act 2023. The council has stated that options are included to allow additional purchases while the contract is valid, and to increase scope or value, or novate the contract as part of the upcoming local government reorganisation.

Lots

The tender is divided into two lots.

Lot 1 covers the design and installation of straight and curved stairlifts in domestic properties, with an estimated value of up to £1,400,000 excluding VAT over the maximum contract duration.

Lot 2 covers the design and installation of ceiling track hoists in domestic properties, with an estimated value of up to £100,000 excluding VAT.

This tender is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, as well as other providers able to deliver domestic stairlift and hoist design and installation services.

Evaluation

The evaluation weighting is 60 percent for quality, 30 percent for price, and 10 percent for social value.

How to apply

Tenders must be submitted electronically via Proactis Due North by 12pm on 28 April 2026.

The council’s estimated award decision date is 11 May 2026. Access to the full tender documentation is available through the portal link above.

Enquiries can be directed to: procurement@chesterfield.gov.uk

Tender opportunity: Redditch Borough Council seeks home adaptation contractors

Tender opportunity: Redditch Borough Council seeks home adaptation contractors

BHTA members involved in home adaptations, accessibility solutions, stairlifts, and bathroom adaptation works may wish to review this tender opportunity from Redditch Borough Council.

The contract covers aids and adaptations to dwellings and access to dwellings across the council’s housing stock.

Key details

  • Reference: DN808382
  • Value: £600,000 excluding VAT
  • Duration: 22 June 2026 to 21 June 2028, with a possible extension to 21 June 2029

Contract details

This is a below-threshold open competition under the Procurement Act 2023.

The requirement includes stairlifts, bathroom construction work, building alterations, sanitary fixture installation, refurbishment works, and the installation of relevant medical equipment. The tender is suitable for suppliers able to deliver housing adaptation and accessibility works, particularly those with experience in stairlifts, bathroom adaptations, sanitary installations, and associated building alteration services within residential settings.

Evaluation

Evaluation weighting: Price: 70 percent | Quality: 30 percent

How to apply

Suppliers can apply for this tender electronically via the Proactis Due North portal.

Questions should be submitted by 5pm on 16 March 2026. Tenders must be submitted by 12pm on 30 March 2026.

Access the full tender documentation, including specifications and terms, through the portal link above.

Enquiries: procurement@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk

New tender opportunity for BHTA members in the home adaptations sector

New tender opportunity for BHTA members in the home adaptations sector

BHTA members specialising in home adaptations are encouraged to review a new public sector tender opportunity announced by Trivallis, a community mutual housing association based in South Wales. The contract seeks experienced providers for the installation, servicing, repair, and maintenance of specialist adaptations including stairlifts, hoists, platform lifts, specialist baths, and specialist toilets.

Trivallis, which provides homes for approximately 25,000 people across Rhondda Cynon Taff, Cardiff Bay, and surrounding areas, is looking to appoint a contractor with proven expertise in delivering these essential services to support residents’ safety, independence, and wellbeing. The successful supplier will also be expected to deliver demonstrable social value as part of the contract.

Key details:

  • Contract title: TRIV2025-09 Specialist Aids and Adaptations
  • Estimated total value: £3,000,000 (excluding VAT)
  • Contract duration: 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029, with a possible extension to 31 March 2031 (subject to performance)
  • Procurement procedure: Open procedure
  • Award criteria: Price (60 percent) / Quality (40 percent)

Interested organisations must demonstrate experience in specialist installations and maintenance within residential environments, along with a commitment to high-quality workmanship, reliability, and ethical service delivery.

Submission information:

  • Tender portal: eTender Wales
  • Enquiry deadline: 12pm on 22 January 2026
  • Tender submission deadline: 12pm on 30 January 2026
  • Estimated award date: 20 March 2026

BHTA members working in the adaptations sector are encouraged to review the full documentation and submit their applications via the eTender Wales platform before the deadline.