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UPTON AND DUSTON MILLS MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND VALVE SERVICE CONTRACT

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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27 May 2025 at 15:30

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has opened a procurement process for the "Upton and Duston Mills Mechanical, Electrical and Valve Service Contract". This initiative seeks qualified contractors for the servicing and maintenance of flood attenuation equipment at Upton and Duston Mills reservoirs, under an NEC4 Term Service Short Contract. The services required fall under the industry category of construction work for water projects and maintenance services. The council, classified as a sub-central government public authority, is looking for submissions through an open competition method, with the procurement currently in the tender stage. The deadline for submissions is 27 June 2025 at 12:00 PM BST, with an enquiry period ending on 20 June 2025.

This tender provides ample opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in mechanical, electrical, and construction services, particularly those experienced in maintaining water projects and reservoir systems. The contract is notably appealing due to its four-year duration from September 2025 to August 2029, offering steady work and the potential for further engagements. Businesses capable of demonstrating quality, competency, and a commitment to social value, with a pricing strategy that meets competitive benchmarks, will likely benefit. Qualifying businesses should ensure their compliance with mandatory questions regarding insurance, data protection, and ethical standards to increase their chances of success.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UPTON AND DUSTON MILLS MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND VALVE SERVICE CONTRACT

Notice Description

West Northamptonshire Council invites quotations for the servicing and maintenance of flood attenuation equipment at Upton and Duston Mills reservoirs. The contract will run from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2029. The appointed contractor will carry out annual servicing as well as provide repairs when required, under the terms of the NEC4 Term Service Short Contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05274f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027861-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

45240000 - Construction work for water projects

50514200 - Repair and maintenance services of reservoirs

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Steve Whelton
Contact Email
steve.whelton@westnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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