This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 Apr 2026 at 16:36

Award

20 Jan 2026 at 17:54

Tender

20 Oct 2025 at 16:33

Summary of the contracting process

Swindon Borough Council has successfully awarded a contract for the service and maintenance of automatic doors. The procurement process, initiated under an open procedure, culminated in the award to Severnside Security Limited, a Tewkesbury-based SME. The contract, valued at approximately GBP 349,956.06 excluding VAT, covers comprehensive maintenance services including call-outs, repairs, and materials for automatic doors. The service includes around-the-clock availability, ensuring repairs are conducted as needed, and will commence on 1st April 2026, with an initial three-year term and an optional two-year extension. The procurement activities took place in Swindon within the South West England region and were conducted in accordance with UK public sector procurement regulations.

This tender presents a substantial business growth opportunity for companies specialising in building maintenance and installation services, particularly those with expertise in repairing and maintaining automatic doors. The long-term contract spanning up to five years provides a stable income stream and potential for further engagements. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) like Severnside Security Limited, with relevant industry experience and the ability to provide 24/7 service coverage, are ideally positioned to compete for similar opportunities. This contract highlights the possibilities for businesses to expand their footprints in public sector projects by demonstrating reliability, quality service, and competitive pricing in their offerings.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Service and Maintenance of Automatic Doors

Notice Description

Contract Award Notice for The Service and Maintenance of Automatic Doors Swindon Borough Council have engaged with an experienced contractor to provide responsive and scheduled bi-annual maintenance of its automatic doors. The contractor will repair any faulty automatic doors as and when required, with an all-inclusive service. This all-inclusive service includes all call out, fault investigation, repairs, labour and materials, travel and related costs during the duration of the contract. It should be noted that the contract shall comprise of the inspection, ongoing maintenance and repair of automatic doors, both planned servicing and also remedial works are within the scope of this contract. This will be required 24 hours, 7 days a week (including weekend and Bank Holidays) working. The contract is for a period of 3 Years with an optional 2 year extension period and is estimated to commence 1st April 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: After the initial three year period the contract performance and requirements will be reviewed, and extended for a further 1 x 24 month period if required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d019
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033432-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

44221200 - Doors

45421100 - Installation of doors and windows and related components

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

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

50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£349,956 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£349,956 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Swindon Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN1 2JH
Postcode Area
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
TLK14 Swindon

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Eastcott
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Severnside Security Limited

Further Information

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