Tender

Insight Mat

INSIGHT MULTI ACADAMY TRUST

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Tender

20 Jan 2026 at 13:40

Summary of the contracting process

Insight Multi Academy Trust is set to launch a public procurement opportunity for Sir Graham Balfour School, targeting the industry category of facilities management services. The procurement process is currently at the 'tender' stage with the aim to engage the market ahead of a formal Contract Notice. The current PFI contract will conclude on 31 December 2026, and a new integrated facilities management solution will be required from 1 January 2027 to 1 January 2030. Located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, the value of this contract is estimated at £2,550,000. Businesses interested in this opportunity should prepare their expressions of interest by 31 January 2026.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for organisations proficient in facilities management seeking growth in the education sector. The tender is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) prepared to integrate modern technology and robust contract management practices to transition from an existing PFI arrangement to a new service model. Participation in this tender could help businesses expand their portfolios and enhance their credibility within the industry by demonstrating the ability to manage a significant public sector contract efficiently.

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Notice Title

Insight Mat

Notice Description

Insight Multi Academy Trust, on behalf of Sir Graham Balfour School, intends to publish a procurement opportunity for the provision of integrated facilities management services. This PIN is issued to inform the market and invite early engagement prior to the release of the Contract Notice. The current PFI contract will terminate on 31 December 2026. The school seeks a provider capable of supporting the transition from a PFI arrangement to an IFM solution. The successful provider will be expected to deploy modern technology, robust reporting, and effective contract management to deliver a high-quality, efficient service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d71cca6c-767c-44fa-92fc-8ab15b1c82dd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05261810-1067-4246-9479-8925eaa6fdaa
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,550,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2030 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
INSIGHT MULTI ACADAMY TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORDSHIRE
Postcode
ST16 1NR
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Common
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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