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QUB/2063/21 - Contract for the Provision of Legionella Management Services

QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Aug 2021 at 11:06

Tender

26 Feb 2021 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process initiated by Queen's University Belfast focuses on the "Contract for the Provision of Legionella Management Services," classified under facilities management services. The contract covers roughly 270 buildings located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and was concluded on 15th June 2021, with a total value of £750,000. This procurement was conducted through an open procedure, culminating in the award of the contract to Waterman Compliance Services. The process included a standstill period, allowing unsuccessful bidders the opportunity to challenge the decision.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in facilities management and environmental services, particularly those with expertise in legionella management and compliance with health regulations. Companies offering asset monitoring, water treatment solutions, and training services are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders, enabling them to expand their client base within the education sector. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a company's reputation and establish long-term partnerships with public institutions like Queen's University Belfast.

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Notice Title

QUB/2063/21 - Contract for the Provision of Legionella Management Services

Notice Description

This Contract is for the Provision of Legionella Management Services to Queen's to ensure the University is not at risk. The scope of this Contract does not cover Legionella Risk Assessments.The Contract covers approximately 270 buildings and the Economic Operator will provide services including suitable legionella monthly asset monitoring, tank and system disinfection, clean and descaling various types of outlets, water sampling, training and management services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Contract is for the Provision of Legionella Management Services to Queen's to ensure the University is not at risk. The scope of this Contract does not cover Legionella Risk Assessments. The Contractor will ensure the University's compliance with the Approved Code of Practice L8: Legionnaires' Disease - The Control of Legionella Bacteria in Water Systems and the relevant sections of HSG274 guidance. The Contract covers approximately 270 buildings and the Contractor will provide services including suitable legionella monthly asset monitoring, tank and system disinfection, clean and descaling various types of outlets, water sampling, training and management services. The Contractor will carry out the following:* Planned Monitoring Tasks * Fixed Price Items (which may be instructed if required)* Reactive Callouts/ Repairs / Dayworks The services and asset list is subject to change and review as the Queen's Estate evolves.

Options: Contract period is for 3 years, with options to extend by up to a further 24 months

Renewal: Option to extend by up to a further 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0296b8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019902-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
5 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST
Contact Name
Donall Patton
Contact Email
d.patton@qub.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT7 1NN
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN0 Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERMAN COMPLIANCE SERVICES

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