Tender

Plymouth CAST Provision of Statutory Testing, Servicing and Reactive Repair Services

PLYMOUTH CAST

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

02 Oct 2025 at 09:11

Tender

30 Sep 2025 at 22:05

Planning

18 Aug 2025 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

Plymouth CAST, a public authority within the UK, is actively seeking a Principal Contractor for a comprehensive service contract focusing on statutory testing, servicing, and reactive repair services. This invitation to tender emphasizes mechanical, electrical, and specialist systems, with operations spread across numerous sites in the UK region UKK. The procurement, following an open procedure, has a gross contract value of £19,800,000 and spans from 1st April 2026 to 1st April 2031, with potential extensions until 2033. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 6th November 2025, with the award period concluding on 15th December 2025. This tender presents substantial opportunities in the building and facilities management sector, alongside environmental and construction services.

This tender is an attractive opportunity for businesses capable of providing both core and reactive maintenance services. Enterprises experienced in construction work, repair and maintenance services, and building and engineering services will find an excellent fit here. The procurement process invites participation from SMEs, emphasising the potential for contractor growth through handling a diverse set of service requirements. Additionally, the contract offers flexibility with options for additional services and has a built-in mechanism for contract value adjustments as new schools join the Trust. Participating businesses can expand their portfolio with large-scale, high-responsibility contracts that prioritize quality service delivery, management capabilities, and sustainability.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Plymouth CAST Provision of Statutory Testing, Servicing and Reactive Repair Services

Notice Description

The Client is seeking to appoint a single Principal Contractor to deliver the full scope of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) outlined in the specification, which includes: a. Statutory compliance maintenance and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) across in-scope mechanical, electrical and specialist systems (see Detailed Technical Specification for SLA Provision and other appendices). b. Reactive maintenance in line with the response model in Response Times. c. Technical support and management of specialist subcontractors engaged under this Contract. d. 24/7 operations support for emergencies. e. While elements of the service may be subcontracted, the Contractor will remain the sole point of contact for the Client and will retain full responsibility for the coordination, management, and successful delivery of all aspects of the contract. The Contractor must: a. Ensure and provide proofs that all employees and subcontractors meet and maintain the required standards of competence, compliance, and performance. b. Maintain clear and consistent communication with the Client, regardless of subcontractor involvement. c. Be accountable for all service outcomes, including timeliness, quality, and statutory compliance. d. Provide a unified reporting structure and escalation process for all services delivered under the contract. e. This approach is intended to ensure streamlined communication, efficient contract management, and clear accountability throughout the duration of the agreement.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Options: The following are additional services in addition to the statutory testing and servicing. The PS16.5m contract value includes the potential for this additional spend over the full term of the contract Remedial Works - PS6m Professional Services outside of scope - PS3.5m New Schools may join the Trust or the Contract during the term of the contract; therefore, a contract variation may be required. The quantities requiring servicing and maintenance may be amended during the course of the contract, either additions or subtractions. Additional activities to existing items may be required

Renewal: 2 further 1 year extensions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05899e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061565-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

45000000 - Construction work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£16,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
8 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2031 Over 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
PLYMOUTH CAST
Additional Buyers

PHP LAW LLP

PLYMOUTH CAST MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

Contact Name
James Medforth, Tina Parkes
Contact Email
james.medforth@phplaw.co.uk, tparkes@plymouthcast.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01234567890

Buyer Location

Locality
TOTNES
Postcode
TQ9 5RW
Post Town
Torquay
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Eggbuckland
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Moor View

Further Information

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