Award

Water Outlet Flushing

UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN

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Award

08 Jul 2025 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Lincoln, situated in Lincoln, England, recently completed a procurement process for the flushing of little used water outlets across its campus during the summer period, with the contract running from 30th June to 6th September 2025. The procurement falls under the 'Water distribution and related services' industry category (CPV code: 65100000) and was conducted through a limited competitive quotation process below the threshold. The contract was awarded to Rock Compliance Limited, following a tender period that ended on 23rd April 2025. With the award status marked as 'active', the procurement amount stands at £100,000.

This procurement presents various opportunities for businesses aiming to expand their services within the water distribution sector. Firms that specialise in providing similar services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), could find potential interest in future tenders from the University, considering its conducive attitude towards engaging smaller firms for accessible contracts below the threshold. Businesses seeking opportunities in infrastructure maintenance or related areas within academic institutions can position themselves to compete effectively in similar procurement exercises, leveraging expertise in efficient water management services.

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Notice Title

Water Outlet Flushing

Notice Description

This is a contract award notice for the University's appointment of a contractor to carry out flushing of little used water outlets over the summer period across the campus. The programme of works is c. 10 weeks and the successful contractor has been appointed following a competitive quotation exercise.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-036f03b0-ed8a-4b03-896e-6d438d46d382
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3041f23-0383-4b3c-aa6d-ae73f59af770
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

65100000 - Water distribution and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2025 - 6 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN6 7TS
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Boultham
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROCK COMPLIANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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