Tender

Lift Maintenance Service

THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER

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13 Jan 2026 at 08:19

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09 Jan 2026 at 09:41

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Chichester is seeking a suitably qualified contractor to undertake maintenance and servicing of lift equipment at Bishop Otter Campus, located in Chichester, United Kingdom. This procurement process is categorised under "Lift-maintenance services" and is currently in the tender stage. Interested parties should submit their proposals by 9th February 2026 at 10:00 AM. This is a below-threshold, open competition, allowing for electronic submissions via tenders@chi.ac.uk, with full submission details available online. The contract's estimated value is £190,000, with the service contract scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2029, with a potential two-year extension subject to mutual agreement.

This tender offers valuable opportunities for businesses in the lift maintenance industry, providing a platform to engage with a reputable public authority. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the contract is tailored to accommodate their participation. The procurement process prioritises coherence and clarity of service provision, organisational experience, capability, and cost-effectiveness, combined with a commitment to health and safety and the Social Value Model. This opportunity is ideal for businesses seeking to expand their service portfolio by securing a long-term contract with a distinguished institution.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lift Maintenance Service

Notice Description

The University of Chichester has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor to undertake maintenance and servicing of our lift equipment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: An optional 2 year extension subject to the mutual agreement of both parties.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060268
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002458-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
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
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@chi.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 6PE
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester North
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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