Technical inspection and testing services

Tender description

This framework is to appoint a single contractor to deliver engineering inspections for Durham County Council in line with statutory requirements. This contract will cover the provision of engineering inspections for plant and equipment to ensure compliance with current Regulations. This contract includes a requirement for an initial audit of properties and equipment to enable the creation of an accurate asset database to facilitate the contract and effective maintenance. The contract is to cover a wide and diverse range of properties, including office accommodation, public buildings, educational establishments, leisure facilities, fire and rescue stations and domestic properties of vulnerable people. The main 4 service areas (this also has sub areas within the service areas) include: Area 1: Fleet – vehicles and workshop equipment under the regeneration and local services grouping of the Council. Area 2: Personal equipment — for example slings, hoists harnesses to name a few under Children and Young People Services (CYPS) and Adult and Health Services (AHS) service grouping of the Council. Area 3: building and facilities management – fixed building and equipment under the regeneration and local services grouping of the Council. Area 4: Other areas for example school equipment. The Council reserves the right to add additional areas on throughout the duration of the contract including any extensions taken.