Tender

Provision of Lift Service & Maintenance

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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07 Nov 2025 at 10:35

Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council is procuring lift service and maintenance under the title "Provision of Lift Service & Maintenance," targeting the services industry. This tender encompasses the management of assets not only for Blackpool Borough Council but also for Fylde and potentially Wyre Borough Councils by mid-2026. The procurement process follows an open procedure, falling under the services category. The procurement stage is an active tender with critical deadlines, including the enquiry period ending on 25th November 2025 and the tender period closing on 2nd December 2025. The anticipated award date is 7th January 2026, with the contract duration spanning from 1st March 2026 to 29th February 2028, having options for two additional 12-month renewals. Located in Blackpool, UK (UKD42), the contract is valued at £300,000 GBP.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the lift maintenance services sector, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality service and understanding municipal asset management. Companies that can provide exceptional service, with a focus on quality, price, and social value, are well-suited to thrive in this tender. The commitment to service quality is vital, with a 40% weighting on quality and an additional focus on social value. SMEs are encouraged to participate, given their suitability is explicitly acknowledged, offering them a chance to expand their portfolio by working with multiple municipal councils. This contract not only allows businesses to prove their capabilities in a competitive environment but also lays potential for future collaborations, given the renewal options and the possibility of expanded asset management.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Lift Service & Maintenance

Notice Description

It shall be the duty of The Service Provider to carry out the operation, inspection and maintenance of all lifts plant, including servicing and completing repairs, as contained within the Specification. This will also include: Providing a high quality maintenance service that will fulfil The Authorities obligations to their staff and lift users. The list of Authorities are: * Blackpool Borough Council (The Council) * Blackpool Coastal Housing (BCH) BCH have been named as a Contracting Authority for the purposes of this tender however, it is not known at this stage whether they will be progressing to their own contract award. Therefore, for any requirements identified for BCH, this element is not guaranteed. Any agreement for their requirements will be a separate contract with the service provider and will be managed by BCH. Blackpool Borough Council also manage the lift maintenance on behalf of Fylde Borough Council. These assets are included within this provision and within the pricing schedule. Blackpool Borough Council are further taking over management of Wyre Borough Council's assets. These may or may not be included from the commencement of the contract due to current arrangements in place. It is anticipated they will be 'on board' by mid 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dc79
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073008-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50750000 - Lift-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2029-11-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

BLACKPOOL COASTAL HOUSING LIMITED

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ftsprocurementnotices@blackpool.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 1NB
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLD42 Blackpool

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

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