Tender

For the provision of an Emergency lighting testing service contract

THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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TenderCancellation

19 Nov 2025 at 09:20

Tender

11 Nov 2025 at 11:44

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria, a central government public authority, is seeking to procure an emergency lighting testing service contract. This procurement falls under the services category and is located in Cumbria, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender notice published on 11 November 2025. The competition remains open with a submission deadline of 8 December 2025. The contract involves ensuring all emergency lighting within university premises is tested according to British standards and is expected to run from 5 January 2026 to 4 January 2029, with possible extensions up to January 2031. The estimated value of the contract is £128,147.50, with an award criteria focusing on 60% quality and 40% price.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in emergency lighting equipment and electrical maintenance services. Companies with expertise in conducting lighting tests in compliance with British standards and capable of delivering services with minimal disruption would be competitive candidates. Given the open procurement method, smaller enterprises below the threshold can equally compete. Engaging in this contract can provide sustainable business growth with potential renewals, providing a platform for businesses to establish a long-term professional relationship with a reputable university authority.

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Notice Title

For the provision of an Emergency lighting testing service contract

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria are seeking a contractor who will be responsible for ensuring that all emergency lights are tested according to the relevant British standard in a safe and effective way with minimum disruption.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05de87
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075029-2025
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment

50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£128,147 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£128,147 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementteam@cumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

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