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Planning

23 Jun 2026 at 15:17

PlanningUpdate

30 Oct 2025 at 15:43

Planning

30 Oct 2025 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

Exeter City Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Exeter, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a Planned Preventative Maintenance contract. This contract is designed to cover all council service areas and is structured into two lots: Mechanical, Electrical & F-Gas, and Specialist Compliance Services. The total estimated contract value is £2,000,000 GBP, with potential extensions bringing the gross amount to £2,400,000 GBP. The procurement is set under an open procedure and is above the threshold, ensuring broad competition. Key dates include a tender period ending on 24th July 2026, with contract commencement anticipated on 1st October 2026 and a possible extension of the contract duration from 2026 to 2034. Interested parties are scheduled to submit their tenders electronically via an exclusive procurement portal, where registration is free, and all documents will be available starting from 25th June 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the repair and maintenance services industry, particularly those experienced in maintaining mechanical and electrical systems, and providing specialist compliance services. It is especially suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) due to its structure and the council's emphasis on quality and service delivery. Companies offering robust service models, efficiencies in planned maintenance, and innovative compliance and reporting tools will find this an ideal growth opportunity. Aligning with the council’s objectives, this contract aims to facilitate longer-term efficiency and sustainability, thus welcoming businesses that deliver social value and environmental friendliness as a part of their service portfolio.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Notice Description

Exeter City Council is undertaking this procurement to establish a 4-year Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) contract ,with up to 4 further 12-month extensions, covering all Council service areas under a single tender, structured into two Lots: Lot 1 - Mechanical, Electrical & F-Gas * Electrical systems (e.g. switchgear testing, thermography, controls & automation) * Mechanical services (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, water systems, gas) * F-Gas and refrigeration systems Lot 2 - Specialist Compliance Services * Life safety systems (e.g. fire/smoke dampers, air quality, gas detection) * Standby power, protection equipment, and calibration services * Ventilation systems, duct cleaning, and waste pumps The purpose of this procurement is to ensure the effective, efficient, and compliant maintenance of Council assets, reducing reactive repairs and extending asset life through proactive servicing.

Lot Information

Mechanical, Electrical & F-Gas

This Lot covers the core Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) services across the Council's assets, including statutory inspection and testing and reactive works.

Options: Set out in Section 7 of the Volume 1 ITT Document (Information, Instructions and Award Criteria)

Renewal: Four options to extend for up to 12 months each.

Specialist Compliance Services

This Lot covers the more specialist areas across the Council's assets such as refrigeration, ventilation and fire dampers.

Options: Set out in Section 7 of the Volume 1 ITT Document (Information, Instructions and Award Criteria)

Renewal: Four options to extend for up to 12 months each.

Planning Information

Exeter City Council invites suppliers to participate in this market engagement exercise by reviewing the scope and requirements outlined in this document and submitting responses to the accompanying questionnaire. The purpose of this engagement is to gather market insight that will inform the design of the future Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) procurement. Supplier feedback will help shape the scope, delivery model, and commercial structure of the final tender documents. Responses should be submitted no later than 12 Noon on 14th November 2025 via the www.advantageswtenders.co.uk Please note: • This is an information-gathering exercise only. No contract will be awarded as a result of this engagement. • Participation does not constitute any commitment to tender, nor does it affect eligibility for future procurement opportunities. • All feedback received will be generalised and shared with all interested suppliers to ensure no supplier is advantaged or disadvantaged. • All information provided by suppliers will be treated in confidence and used solely to inform the development of the future procurement strategy. • Suppliers are responsible for obtaining all necessary information to complete the questionnaire and will bear any associated costs. • Any attempt to offer inducements or seek preferential treatment will result in disqualification from this exercise. If you have any questions or require clarification regarding the questionnaire, please contact us via the messaging facility on the Council's e-procurement portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d752
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059112-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement 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

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
25 Jun 2026Today
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 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
EXETER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 1JN
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK4 Devon

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
St David's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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