Tender

Supply, Installation, Inspections and Maintenance of Automatic Doors

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Tender

07 Aug 2025 at 15:14

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester has initiated a tender process for the "Supply, Installation, Inspections, and Maintenance of Automatic Doors" on its premises in North West, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category and relates to automatic doors, classified under CPV codes 44221000 and 51100000. The process is currently in the tender stage and follows the open procurement method, specifically an open procedure above the threshold. The tender was published on 7th August 2025, and the submission deadline is set for 5th September 2025, with the contract expected to commence on 29th September 2025 and conclude on 31st October 2028. The tender is valued at approximately £2,780,000, with a minimum value of £2,000,000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in the installation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment, especially those with experience in providing services to educational establishments, are well-suited to compete for this contract. With a robust budget and a clear scope, this procurement offers a stable stream of work over several years, making it an attractive proposition for businesses looking to expand their portfolios in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Supply, Installation, Inspections and Maintenance of Automatic Doors

Notice Description

This specification outlines the requirements to deliver the automatic doors contract to the University of Manchester. This includes the supply, installation, erection, hire, maintenance, and inspection of automatic doors across the University estate. The Contractor shall allow for and carry out the works in accordance with the Documents, Contract Conditions, British & European Standards, Statutory Requirements, all Law, the Contract and this document to the satisfactions of the Employer and appointed Consultants. The Contractor is to refer to any Architectural, Structural and other Consultant documentation prior to carrying out any works. This document describes the extent of the works, and the outline responsibilities of the Contractor. The details set out within this document are not intended to exclude or limit any other items that may be required by the Contractor, by or on behalf of The University, the Statutory Authorities and/or good construction practice. All works ancillary to, or in conjunction with, those detailed within this document will be deemed to have been included in the Contract Sum. The only method of submission is via the In-tend portal at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Tenders/Current. You must complete all applicable documents and upload them onto the portal. Assistance on completing your submission through In-tend can be found on the Central Procurement Office webpages (which you are encouraged to read in advance of your submission).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-200ab7b4-5d9d-435f-9d16-e345a4f204dc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/142697b7-ffaa-4e9d-b57a-4d738f4710f1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

44221000 - Windows, doors and related items

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,780,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Sep 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Paul Carter
Contact Email
paul.carter-2@manchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0161 275 2207

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

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