Planning

Barbican Estate Tower Lift Replacement

THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON

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Planning

06 Jun 2025 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Barbican Estate Tower Lift Replacement" is currently in the planning stage, initiated by The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London. The project aims to replace lifts in the Shakespeare, Cromwell, and Lauderdale Towers on the Barbican Estate. Scheduled to begin on 1st November 2025, with completion expected by 31st October 2028, the project falls under the works category. The procurement has been classified within the lifts and lift installation work industry. The anticipated future notice is expected to be released by 30th August 2025. The procurement value is set at £4,800,000 gross, and the contract will be implemented at Barbican Estate in the City of London, within the UKI region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in lift manufacturing and installation, particularly those focusing on high-standard compliance and residential satisfaction. The requirement is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who can meet the project's technical and service standards. Involvement in this project could enhance business growth through expanded service portfolios and strengthened market position within the public sector. The strategic involvement in such a high-profile project within one of the UK's iconic estate locations could also provide valuable exposure and credibility for the successful contractor.

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Notice Title

Barbican Estate Tower Lift Replacement

Notice Description

Barbican Estate Tower Lift Replacement is aiming to replace all lifts in Shakespeare, Cromwell, and Lauderdale Towers on the Barbican Estate. There are nine lifts in total, three serving each Tower. It is intended to procure a contractor that will deliver the project to the high standards required and ensure resident satisfaction.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054497
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030648-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

42416100 - Lifts

45313100 - Lift installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CITY OF LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

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