Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cd5-98b0-7041-9bc2-0836a2ea4934/community-equipment

awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# Community Equipment

[Wigan Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/wigan-council)

Estimated value

£100,000

Published

20 Jun 2024

Deadline

Closed

21 Mar 2024

## Who can bid

- Buyer says suitable for SMEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid.
- Buyer says suitable for VCSEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice.
- Small contract value

    Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services.
- Open procedure

    Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage.

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## About this tender

The Community Equipment Store supply equipment to prevent Hospital Admission and allow Hospital Discharge, often under incredibly tight deadlines. We also provide equipment to allow people to live independently within their own homes, delivering equipment for Health and Social Care Services. Last year figures. (Does not include walking aids).

â&#128;¢ 8745 Clients.

â&#128;¢ 20,027 bookings.

â&#128;¢ 36,633 items delivered.

We require suppliers to deliver equipment reliably and at an economical price for Wigan Residents. To maintain our service of 32% of deliveries being delivered the day of request, we need our supplier of ADL equipment to hold and deliver equipment on time. This allows us to maintain our current level of deliveries. Currently we deliver 90% of equipment prescriptions within 3 working days. Support from our suppliers is key to our success.

## CPV classification

Health and social work services

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/0f310c75-dec8-485f-a5bb-9c25bd5d66e2)

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