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University of Sunderland in London (UoSiL) ~ Facilities Management Tender

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND IN LONDON

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Award

20 Feb 2025 at 12:05

Tender

19 Jun 2024 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland in London is inviting tenders for Facilities Management services under a restricted procedure. This contract, valued at £6,000,000 and categorised under Facilities Management Services (CPV code 79993100), covers areas including Maintenance and Engineering, Building Fabric, Cleaning, Security, Catering (Vending), Portering, Waste and Pest Control for their new premises at Harbour Exchange set to be occupied in late 2024. The procurement is currently at the active tender stage with a submission deadline of 26th July 2024. Interested suppliers can expect to commence the contract on 31st March 2025 with an end date on 30th March 2030.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in comprehensive facilities management services to secure a long-term contract with a reputable educational institution. Ideal candidates are those who have experience and understanding of the operational constraints in the Harbour Exchange area of London, especially relating to parking and access challenges. Small or medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, with a selection of between 5 to 10 qualified suppliers advancing to the next stage based on their procurement criteria scores. This contract opens significant avenues for growth and stability in the facilities management sector.

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Notice Title

University of Sunderland in London (UoSiL) ~ Facilities Management Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide Facilities Management services for University of Sunderland in London (UoSiL).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Sunderland in London (UoSiL) are tendering the Facilities Management Services, to include Maintenance and Engineering, Building Fabric, Cleaning, Security, Catering (Vending), Portering, Waste and Pest Control. The University is preparing to commission new premises in Harbour Exchange, which they are due to occupy late 2024. HX4 and HX5 will become the new home for the London premises of the University. HX5 has received a CAT A fit out, with an element of CAT B, whereas HX4 has received a CAT B fit out, with the addition of some new assets. The University is looking for a service partner who ideally, is familiar with operating Facilities Management contracts within the Harbour Exchange vicinity of London. One who understands the restrictions that the location faces, in particular, being right next to the DLR both of which create parking and access challenges. Please see SQ Document for more information. Additional information: Please note, this is a contract award notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047144
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006144-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,870,290 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND IN LONDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1276673880

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 9SG
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Blackwall & Cubitt Town
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OCS GROUP

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