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31 Jul 2026 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the NWUPC Facilities Services framework, specifically Lot 2—Gas Equipment Maintenance & Repair Services for Non-Domestic Equipment with a greater than 500kW rated input—was conducted by Preston College. This tender falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of building installations and includes technical inspection and testing services. The geographical scope spans various regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and several territories. This contract follows an open procurement method and has completed the award stage, with GOS Heating Ltd. named as the supplier. The contract, valued at £249,621.65, is set to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in large-scale gas equipment maintenance and technical inspections. The open procedure used in this contract expands the field for competitive bids, making it well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to enter or expand their presence in the maintenance services sector. Companies across the United Kingdom and beyond, with capabilities in handling large equipment and adherence to technical standards, would find significant business growth potential through participating in such tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA18023 - NWUPC Facilities Services framework EFM3141 NW, Lot 2

Notice Description

Gas Equipment Maintenance & Repair Services Non-Domestic Equipment greater than 500kw rated input (North West) To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18023. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18023 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe3b9441-5dce-4b43-8bb2-6162e1e0b6a8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£210,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£249,621 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PRESTON COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR2 9UR
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GOS HEATING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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