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PAT Testing

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

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26 Feb 2026 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester has completed the procurement process for its Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) services, with the award being published on 26th February 2026. This procurement was conducted under the NWUPC Framework, specifically referenced as EFM3141 NW LOT 3, through a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, awarded to Calbarrie Ltd, covers various locations across the University's estate in Worcester, England, under the industry category of technical inspection and testing services (CPV: 71630000). The contract period spans from 4th February 2025 to 4th February 2027, with the final tender period ending on 5th August 2024. Jonathan Inston serves as the main contact point for the University, which acts as the buyer in this process.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Calbarrie Ltd, which has been identified as the suitable supplier. Businesses with expertise in technical inspection and testing services stand to benefit considerably from similar procurement opportunities. The contract, valued at £110,000, underscores the potential for SMEs to engage with larger institutions such as universities, providing a stable revenue stream and the possibility of establishing long-term relationships within the public sector. Enterprises looking to expand within this industry will find the framework agreement to be a beneficial avenue for accessing and participating in selective procurement processes.

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Notice Title

PAT Testing

Notice Description

Using the NWUPC Framework for Portable Appliance Testing reference EFM3141 NW LOT 3, The University of Worcester is seeking to appoint an approved supplier to provide PAT testing at various locations across the University Estate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-94f9185c-3c7e-4022-853b-bf9b3db80453
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/100e5f50-56d9-40f6-b086-714691ae8553
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2025 - 4 Feb 2027 2-3 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
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CALBARRIE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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