Saltburn Cliff Tramway - Maintenance

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council is seeking a contractor under solicitation OPEN2026817 to provide comprehensive maintenance services, emergency response, and replacement parts for the Saltburn Cliff Tramway in South Teesside. The scope of work includes scheduled monthly and annual maintenance, unplanned emergency and out-of-hours assistance, and a proactive maintenance program designed to minimize downtime. The contractor must ensure all activities are safe, compliant with relevant regulations, and delivered according to specialist engineering practices, while managing the supply chain to ensure key components remain available. The contract has an estimated value of 630,000 GBP excluding VAT and is set for an initial five-year term from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2031, with two optional 12-month extensions at the council's discretion. Award decisions will be based on a weighted scoring system consisting of 40 percent price and 60 percent quality, with the quality component evaluating competency, methodology, supply chain management, and social value. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026, and the procurement is open to small and medium-sized enterprises.