AwardedAwarded 28 October 2026

Provision of Workplace Adjustments

Manchester City Council · Local authority

In brief

Manchester City Council awarded office supplies and training work to Back Care Solutions Limited and Bennett Workplace Solutions Ltd on 28 October 2026.

The notice gives a value of £501,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 2 years, up to 3 years with extensions, starting 9 December 2026.

It is split into 2 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

What the notice says

This specification is for Lot 1. The provision of Display Screen Equipment (DSE) workstation assessments and the supply, delivery and fitting of ergonomic operator chairs and related equipment for Manchester City Council employees. The service supports DSE users who, following a DSE self-assessment, need support with workstation setup, posture or equipment, where specialist medical input is not required. The Council is seeking to maximise opportunities for sustainable delivery, including the reuse and refurbishment of ergonomic equipment where appropriate, in support of its carbon reduction and value for money objectives. The service must reflect Manchester City Council's Our Manchester…Read the full description
This specification is for Lot 1. The provision of Display Screen Equipment (DSE) workstation assessments and the supply, delivery and fitting of ergonomic operator chairs and related equipment for Manchester City Council employees. The service supports DSE users who, following a DSE self-assessment, need support with workstation setup, posture or equipment, where specialist medical input is not required. The Council is seeking to maximise opportunities for sustainable delivery, including the reuse and refurbishment of ergonomic equipment where appropriate, in support of its carbon reduction and value for money objectives. The service must reflect Manchester City Council's Our Manchester Values by supporting a responsive, inclusive and person-centred approach to workstation assessment and equipment provision. This includes treating employees with dignity and respect, working collaboratively with managers and Council officers, and helping staff access practical support that enables safe, comfortable and sustainable working. And This specification sets out the requirements for Lot 2 - the provision of workplace coaching, disability-related training, and assistive technology training for Manchester City Council employees. The service supports employees who, due to disability, menopause, health condition, sensory impairments or neurotype experience barriers in the workplace and would benefit from structured support to work effectively in their role. The service will include: Workplace coaching Disability-related training for individuals Team-based disability awareness Assistive technology training The service focuses on providing practical, work-based support and is not responsible for determining or recommending workplace adjustments. The Council is seeking a flexible, high-quality service that can meet the needs of a diverse workforce and varied service areas. The service must reflect Manchester City Council's Our Manchester Values throughout the life of the contract. For this service, this means delivering coaching and training in a way that supports trust, dignity and accessibility; works constructively with employees, managers and Council officers; and helps remove workplace barriers through practical, role-relevant support.

Lots

LotTradeValue
Ergonomic Furniture, Equipment and DSE Workstation Assessments
9 December 2026 to 8 December 2028
What this lot covers

The provision of Display Screen Equipment (DSE) workstation assessments and the supply, delivery and fitting of ergonomic operator chairs and related equipment for Manchester City Council employees.

Office supplies and equipment£250,500
Coaching and Training Services
9 December 2026 to 8 December 2028
What this lot covers

The service supports employees who, due to disability, menopause, health condition, sensory impairments or neurotype experience barriers in the workplace and would benefit from structured support to work effectively in their role.

Training£250,500

Who won

WinnerLotValueDates
Back Care Solutions Limited (SME)
8 bids received
Ergonomic Furniture, Equipment and DSE Workstation Assessments£250,500
Awarded 28 October 2026
Bennett Workplace Solutions Ltd (SME)
12 bids received
Coaching and Training Services£250,500
Awarded 28 October 2026

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 074030-2026
  2. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 102894-2026

About the buyer

Procurements

98

Awards

56

Suppliers it has used most for office supplies

  1. Maiden Erlegh Trust - Mobile Device Scheme

    Maiden Erlegh TrustNorth East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, South WestOffice supplies and equipment, IT services and software

    Open10 days leftSuitable for SMEs

    £6mestimated
  2. Fuel Cards and Associated Services

    Livv Maintenance Limited (part of Livv Housing Group)North WestEnergy and utilities, Office supplies and equipment

    Open17 days leftSuitable for SMEs

    £625kestimated

From notice 074030-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 5 August 2026, last updated 29 October 2026. We last checked for changes on 29 October 2026.