Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath is initiating a tender process for the provision of equipment maintenance services for catering and refrigeration systems. This procurement process seeks proposals from qualified suppliers to deliver reactive maintenance, servicing, and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) across all hospitality and retail outlets within its campus in Bath, United Kingdom. The tender is split into two distinct lots: one for Catering Equipment and the other for Refrigeration. Interested bidders must submit their proposals by 12:00 PM on 23rd April 2025. Enquiries regarding this tender can be made until 10th April 2025, with the award expected to be announced by 19th May 2025. The contract for Lot 1, Catering Equipment, is scheduled to commence on 9th June 2025 and end on 8th June 2029, while Lot 2, Refrigeration, runs from 16th June 2025 to 15th June 2029.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in equipment maintenance, particularly those with expertise in commercial catering and refrigeration systems. Companies capable of providing high standards of service delivery, reliability, and comprehensive maintenance support would be well-suited to compete. The procurement process follows an open procedure, encouraging competitive bids that demonstrate both cost-efficiency and quality. Suppliers can bid on one or both lots, allowing flexibility to cater to their strengths and capacities. Partnering with the University of Bath on this project can provide steady, long-term business growth, contributing to maintaining operational excellence and cost savings within the University’s catering and retail facilities.

Tender

The University of Bath Equipment Maintenance (Catering & Refrigeration)

THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

11th March 2025 14:05:07 PM

Tender Deadline

23rd April 2025 12:00:00 PM 37 days remaining
Contract Summary

The University seeks proposals from qualified suppliers for the provision of reactive maintenance, servicing, and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) for all catering and refrigeration equipment, in all hospitality and retail outlets. The contract will be split into two lots: 1.Catering Equipment 2.Refrigeration Suppliers are expected to ensure high standards of service delivery, maintaining operational excellence across our facilities. The aim is to partner with suppliers that can deliver consistent and reliable maintenance support, contributing to the seamless operation of the University’s catering and retail services. This tender is divided into distinct lots: Lot 1 for Catering Equipment and Lot 2 for Refrigeration. Suppliers can bid for either one or both lots, based on their expertise and capacity. This will also include a site visit at the University of Bath which will give bidders a chance to look at the required areas for lot 1 & lot 2. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Installation-work-of-refrigeration-equipment./63T94EHC34 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/63T94EHC34
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04eb8c

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH

Buyer Name

James Piercy

Buyer Email

jp2226@bath.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

01225 388913

Buyer Address

University of Bath,, Claverton Down

Bath

BA2 7AY

United Kingdom

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The University of Bath Equipment Maintenance (Catering & Refrigeration)

THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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