Planning

Insight Mat

INSIGHT MULTI ACADAMY TRUST

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Planning

20 Jan 2026 at 14:05

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Insight Multi Academy Trust, representing Sir Graham Balfour School, focuses on securing integrated facilities management services. This notice serves as a prior information notice (PIN) with plans to move from a PFI arrangement to an IFM solution upon the current contract's conclusion on 31 December 2026. The procurement, valued at GBP 2,550,000, falls under the services category specifically revolving around facilities management. The procurement will proceed via a Competitive Flexible Procedure, as specified under the Procurement Act 2023. Located in Staffordshire, this planned tender invites preliminary market engagement, with a future formal notice planned for publication on 26 January 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in facilities and property management services, particularly those adept at incorporating modern technology and providing high-quality service delivery. Companies with robust capabilities in contract management and efficient reporting will find this tender appealing, given the specific requirements of Sir Graham Balfour School's transition needs. Businesses proficient in engaging through the Competitive Flexible Procedure, allowing for proportionate pre-qualification and bidder dialogue, will be well-positioned to thrive in this procurement exercise. Ideal contenders will be those that can seamlessly integrate innovative solutions within educational facilities in the Staffordshire region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Insight Mat

Notice Description

Insight Multi Academy Trust, on behalf of Sir Graham Balfour School, intends to publish a procurement opportunity for the provision of integrated facilities management services. This PIN is issued to inform the market and invite early engagement prior to the release of the Contract Notice. The current PFI contract will terminate on 31 December 2026. The school seeks a provider capable of supporting the transition from a PFI arrangement to an IFM solution. The successful provider will be expected to deploy modern technology, robust reporting, and effective contract management to deliver a high-quality, efficient service.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The procurement will be conducted under the Procurement Act 2023. The contracting authority anticipates using the Competitive Flexible Procedure, enabling proportionate pre-qualification and dialogue with bidders where appropriate.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004860-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

70330000 - Property management services of real estate on a fee or contract basis

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,550,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INSIGHT MULTI ACADAMY TRUST
Contact Name
Litmusfm
Contact Email
tenders@litmusfm.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1276673880

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORDSHIRE
Postcode
ST16 1NR
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Common
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Further Information

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