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Fixed Wiring Inspection& Testing Services - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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04 Feb 2022 at 10:25

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria has completed the procurement process for Fixed Wiring Inspection & Testing Services across its campuses, including Lancaster, Ambleside, Brampton Road, and Fusehill Street in Carlisle. This tender, classified under 'Technical inspection services' (CPV 71631000), commenced on 24th January 2022 and will conclude on 23rd January 2025. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, suitable for SMEs, and the contract award was made to Guardian Electrical Solutions Ltd on 2nd February 2022. The final contract value is listed as zero GBP, emphasizing the service-oriented nature of the agreement.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, especially for SMEs in the technical inspection services industry. Businesses with the required certifications and approvals can benefit from long-term stable contracts and the potential for future collaborations with the University of Cumbria. The nature of the services required—rigorous and regular inspections—indicates a steady workload, suitable for firms specialising in electrical and safety inspections across multi-site environments. Guardian Electrical Solutions Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Sheffield, exemplifies the type of business well-suited for such contracts, offering a model for smaller businesses aiming to expand their service provision in the education sector.

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Notice Title

Fixed Wiring Inspection& Testing Services - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria is looking to procure the services of an appropriately Certificated and Approved Contractor to conduct Fixed Wiring Inspection & Testing Services across our Campuses our buildings on the 4 Campuses of Lancaster, Ambleside and both Brampton Road & Fusehill Street in Carlisle.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d951559e-56ec-4642-9e41-d3091ee3b1cd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1754f3c-a036-4a8e-a458-19c00760e860
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71631000 - Technical inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
24 Jan 2022 - 23 Jan 2025 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
UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
ADMINISTRATOR Administrator
Contact Email
dawn.davidson@cumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01228242558

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 3JD
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
Bowerham
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GUARDIAN ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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