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Furness College Lift Replacement

UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 Apr 2026 at 14:56

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 17:33

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Furness College Lift Replacement, involving complete replacement and associated works at Tower Avenue, Bailrigg, Lancaster, was initiated by the University of Lancaster. This tender, categorised under the lifts and mechanical lift industry, focuses on construction works and commenced with an award notice on 24th April 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 1st August 2026 to 31st January 2028, establishing Northern Elevator Limited as the supplier under an open procurement method with below-threshold competition. Business users should note that the procurement stage is completed with significant key dates already achieved, indicating an active award status.

This procurement offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in lift installation and maintenance services, particularly SMEs. The open method invites widespread competition, accommodating diverse businesses, albeit the awarded supplier highlights the competitive landscape. Firms with expertise in mechanical and parts of lifts, particularly those proficient in MRL installations and electrical works, could find future prospects through similar tenders as the University leverages its electronic tendering portal for all future procurement opportunities. The lift replacement contract represents a valuable venture, enhancing proficiency in public sector projects for businesses across the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Furness College Lift Replacement

Notice Description

Lift Replacement & Associated Works for Furness College, Tower Avenue, Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. The project involves the complete replacement of the passenger lift. The existing lift shall be replaced in its entirety with a new traction MRL (Machine Room- Less) installation, including all associated building and electrical works. Further details as per the Specification.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3 x 12 month extensions TBA with consideration to good reasons.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e3cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037662-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

42416100 - Lifts

42416130 - Mechanical lifts

42419510 - Parts of lifts

45313100 - Lift installation work

50750000 - Lift-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£133,333 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£133,333 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£79,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Postcode Area
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTHERN ELEVATOR LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037662-2026
    24th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074977-2025
    18th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home
    This ITT has been made available to potential tenderers through the University's electronic tendering (e-tendering) portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home Tenderers must submit their responses to the ITT through this same portal. All aspects (documents/attachments/responses) of the tender return can and must be submitted via the e-tendering portal. Use of the portal does not require the purchase of high specification IT equipment or connections, nor high level personal IT skills/capabilities. Access to the portal and advice/training is free of charge. Advice is available on system use only, and not for basic IT skills or software set up. In-Tend Support: Phone: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Web: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help

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