Tender

UKRI-5148 Electrical Maintenance Services at STFC Daresbury Laboratory

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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19 Dec 2025 at 09:16

Tender

12 Sep 2025 at 13:07

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), located in Swindon, Wiltshire, initiated a procurement process for electrical maintenance services at the STFC Daresbury Laboratory. The procurement, identified by the title "UKRI-5148 Electrical Maintenance Services" and classified under repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations, was conducted using an open procedure. The tender aimed to establish a comprehensive contract for the upkeep of electrical systems, ensuring safety and operational resilience at the laboratory. Initially active from 2025-09-12, the tender was set to conclude its tender period by 2025-10-17. However, as of 2025-12-19, the procurement was entirely cancelled due to identified issues within the documentation, necessitating a revision to maintain compliance standards.

This tender presented a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical maintenance, particularly those with expertise in managing complex, safety-critical environments. The ideal contenders would have demonstrated technical proficiency across a variety of electrical systems and the ability to maintain operational continuity with minimal disruption, under strict safety protocols. The contract valued at approximately £648,000, with potential renewals, offered a substantial, multi-year engagement. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) were encouraged to apply, suggesting an inclusive approach towards procurement, fostering business growth and diversification in the sector.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5148 Electrical Maintenance Services at STFC Daresbury Laboratory

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has a requirement to establish a contract with a single Contractor to provide comprehensive Electrical Maintenance Services across the STFC Estates. The purpose of this procurement is to ensure that all electrical systems and equipment are maintained to the highest standards, supporting the operational resilience and safety of the facilities. The contract will cover the full spectrum of electrical maintenance activities, including Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and remedial works, ensuring both compliance with regulatory requirements and the uninterrupted functioning of critical scientific operations. The successful Service Provider must demonstrate proven technical expertise across a wide variety of electrical systems and brands, supported by the capability to deliver services efficiently and safely within complex and safety-critical environments. This includes the ability to plan and execute maintenance tasks with minimal disruption to the operational laboratories and other facilities, where access may be restricted and strict safety protocols are in place.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract duration shall be for a period of 2 years with optional extensions of 2 years (2+1+1) from commencement of the Contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059983
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084690-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£648,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£648,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Nov 2025 - 10 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1793 442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLD61 Warrington

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

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