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FMM-23-005 The Education Authority Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical - Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3

the Education Authority

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25 Feb 2026 at 14:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "FMM-23-005 The Education Authority Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical - Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works," initiated by the Education Authority, has reached the award stage, with the contract being signed on 24th February 2026. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the contract focuses on refurbishment work within the works category. The project is segmented into three lots, each targeting areas within Northern Ireland: Causeway Coast and Glens, Newry, Mourne and Down, and Mid-Ulster. The awarding process is guided by criteria of quality and price, favouring suppliers who offer a competitive balance of the two. The contract, valued at over £6,426,041 GBP, reflects a commitment to maintenance work across educational premises and related facilities.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in mechanical and electrical maintenance work, paving the way for growth in a sustainable sector. SMEs like C H C GROUP LTD, Irwin ME Limited, and MICHAEL NUGENT LTD have successfully been awarded contracts, highlighting a favourable environment for smaller businesses. With project scope potentially including task orders up to £500k, companies with expertise in electrical and mechanical installations within educational settings can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and gain recognition in the public sector. The Education Authority's aim to promote social value further encourages firms committed to social inclusion and environmental responsibility to participate, fostering innovation and development in alignment with strategic sustainability goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FMM-23-005 The Education Authority Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical - Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3

Notice Description

he Measured Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical: Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3. Works / Services include the following Core Skill Disciplines: Mechanical and Electrical maintenance Works and a number of other related disciplines along with Supplementary Skill disciplines. Economic Operators are advised to refer to the tender documents for further information. The project may include task orders with a value of up to PS500k. Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Causeway Coast and Glens. Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Newry, Mourne and Down. Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Mid-Ulster

Lot Information

Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical maintenance works Area North Council Area Causeway Coast and Glens

he Measured Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical: Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3. Works / Services include the following Core Skill Disciplines: Mechanical and Electrical maintenance Works and a number of other related disciplines along with Supplementary Skill disciplines. Economic Operators are advised to refer to the tender documents for further information. The project may include task orders with a value of up to PS500k. Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Causeway Coast and Glens. Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Newry, Mourne and Down. Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Mid-Ulster

Options: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional periods for a total maximum Lot Contract durationof 4 years.

Renewal: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional period(s) for a total maximum Lot Contract duration of 4 years.

Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical maintenance maintenance works Area East Council Area Newry, Mourne and Down

he Measured Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical: Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3. Works / Services include the following Core Skill Disciplines: Mechanical and Electrical maintenance Works and a number of other related disciplines along with Supplementary Skill disciplines. Economic Operators are advised to refer to the tender documents for further information. The project may include task orders with a value of up to PS500k. Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Causeway Coast and Glens. Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Newry, Mourne and Down. Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Mid-Ulster

Options: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional periods for a total maximum Lot Contract durationof 4 years.

Renewal: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional period(s) for a total maximum Lot Contract duration of 4 years.

Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical maintenance works Area South West Council Area Mid-Ulster

he Measured Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical: Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3. Works / Services include the following Core Skill Disciplines: Mechanical and Electrical maintenance Works and a number of other related disciplines along with Supplementary Skill disciplines. Economic Operators are advised to refer to the tender documents for further information. The project may include task orders with a value of up to PS500k. Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Causeway Coast and Glens. Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Newry, Mourne and Down. Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Mid-Ulster

Options: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional periods for a total maximum Lot Contract durationof 4 years.

Renewal: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional period(s) for a total maximum Lot Contract duration of 4 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b4e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016956-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£64,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,430,040 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
the Education Authority
Additional Buyers

Libraries NI

Northern Ireland Library Authority - Libraries NI

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT1 2NQ
Postcode Area
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
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

C H C GROUP LTD

Irwin ME Limited

MICHAEL NUGENT LTD

Further Information

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