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Student Accomodation Replacement of Door Locks

OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Aug 2025 at 11:23

Award

27 Jun 2025 at 11:52

Summary of the contracting process

Oxford Brookes University, situated in Oxford, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the replacement of failing door locks within student accommodation. The contracting process, dated 14th August 2025, utilised a direct procurement method, specifically executed below threshold without competition. The awarded contract involves Executive Security Locksmiths Limited, who possess exclusive access to the proprietary lock system being replaced. The urgent nature of this intervention is due to discontinued manufacturing of the current locks, requiring swift action to maintain security and minimise disruption. The contract period commenced on 11th July 2025 and will conclude on 10th July 2026.

This procurement creates substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in security systems and locksmith services, particularly SMEs with expertise in proprietary lock systems and electronic key fob technology. Businesses keen on pursuing future tender opportunities with educational institutions, especially those addressing immediate operational issues in student accommodations, can gain insights into refining their service offerings. The successful execution of this contract by Executive Security Locksmiths Limited highlights the value of providing specialised, efficient solutions for urgent requirements, thereby fostering relationships with public authorities. Expanding capabilities to meet similar needs can potentially unlock safe and lucrative collaborations in the education sector.

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Notice Title

Student Accomodation Replacement of Door Locks

Notice Description

Oxford Brookes University is awarding a contract to Executive Security for the replacement of a small number of failing locks in student accommodation. This is a limited, urgent intervention rather than an estate-wide change. Executive Security, the incumbent supplier, has the necessary expertise and exclusive access to the proprietary system in use. They can reprogramme existing key fobs to work with the new locks, avoiding the need to issue replacements and ensuring minimal disruption for residents while maintaining system security. As the current locks are no longer manufactured, timely replacement is essential. Executive Security can carry out the work immediately, avoiding delays and additional costs associated with procuring new fobs or conducting a wider procurement exercise. Their appointment provides a practical, cost-effective, and efficient solution to an immediate operational issue

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055514
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048722-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44521110 - Door locks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,884 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£55,884 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
10 Jul 2025 - 10 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@brookes.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX3 0BP
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Churchill
Westminster Constituency
Oxford East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

EXCECUTIVE SECURITY LOCKSMITHS

EXECUTIVE SECURITY LOCKSMITHS

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