Tender

Maintenance, Repair and Installation of Standby Generators

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Tender

09 Oct 2025 at 13:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is seeking a qualified contractor for the maintenance, repair, and installation of standby generators, particularly focusing on services classified under the CPV scheme with codes 31120000 and 50532300. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure set below the threshold, and the entire process is managed through the In-tend portal. Located in Manchester, specifically at postal code M13 9PL, the contracting opportunity is valued at £100,000. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 6th November 2025, as the tender period concludes at noon on this date. The contract is envisaged to start on 1st January 2026, and will run until the end of 2031.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in generator services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive repair and maintenance services. The University of Manchester has expressed a preference for engaging with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), offering an accessible entry point for smaller firms seeking to establish or expand their presence in the public sector. Businesses proficient in mechanical and electrical services for standby generators, especially within the higher education sector, will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract, facilitating strategic business growth and enhancing their portfolio within this essential service area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance, Repair and Installation of Standby Generators

Notice Description

The University of Manchester wishes to appoint an appropriately qualified Contractor for the maintenance, repair and installation of Standby Generators. Please register and access the tender documents using the following In-tend portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25e43e86-c2f6-45de-9fdd-17f68b08f765
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

31120000 - Generators

50532300 - Repair and maintenance services of generators

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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