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Maintenance Services of Access Controlled Systems

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

09 Dec 2025 at 11:48

Award

30 Jul 2025 at 09:12

Tender

20 Mar 2025 at 16:46

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has successfully completed its procurement process for the "Maintenance Services of Access Controlled Systems" contract with North PB Limited. This contract, initiated under a competitive flexible procedure, focuses on the provision of reactive maintenance services for access control systems, ensuring compliance with specific service levels. The awarded framework agreement is set for three years, starting from 25th August 2025 to 24th August 2028, with an optional extension of one year. The procurement falls within the "Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services" industry category and is handled by a public undertaking located in the UKG31 region. A gross contract value of £288,000 was established under legal frameworks, with fixed prices for the initial term and adjustments in line with the Consumer Price Index thereafter.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in maintenance services, particularly within the public sector. Companies well-versed in managing and carrying out complex maintenance processes, with a capacity to meet strict service deadlines, stand to gain considerably. The specific nature of the access control systems maintenance requires proficiency in both technical operations and customer service, making it an ideal pursuit for large suppliers or those aiming to enhance their footprint in government contracts. Businesses capable of providing proactive and reliable service solutions are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities by striking a balance between price competitiveness and high-quality service delivery.

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Notice Title

Maintenance Services of Access Controlled Systems

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham has a requirement for the Provision of Maintenance Services for Access Control Systems. The service required includes reactive maintenance in line with defined service levels. The University is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a single operator. The Framework agreement will be for a duration of three years with an option for one further one-year extension. Please see the tender documents for full details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04f6f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080999-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
24 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Lee Lynch
Contact Email
procurement@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTH PB

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