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Maintenance and Periodic Servicing of Air Conditioning and Air Handling Plant - 2025

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council is seeking to appoint a single provider for the "Maintenance and Periodic Servicing of Air Conditioning and Air Handling Plant - 2025". This procurement is currently at the tender stage and falls under the services industry category, particularly focusing on air-conditioning appliances, installations, and maintenance services. The procurement is conducted through an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions, with a tender period ending on 6th March 2026. The total contract value, following updates and amendments, stands at £500,000 with the potential for extension. The contract is set to commence on 1st May 2026, running through to 30th April 2028, with options for further extensions. This opportunity is located in Blackpool, UK (region UKD42), and the procurement is governed by the legal framework outlined in UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems, particularly those with expertise in the maintenance and repair of air-conditioning equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the procurement evaluates both quality and price equally, with additional consideration for social value. businesses capable of providing comprehensive maintenance services and adhering to strict health and safety standards in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 will likely find this contract conducive to business growth. The long-term nature of the contract and potential for extension also offer prospects for lasting business relationships and revenue stability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance and Periodic Servicing of Air Conditioning and Air Handling Plant - 2025

Notice Description

Blackpool Borough Council (the Council) are looking to appoint a single provider for the maintenance and periodic servicing of air conditioning and air handling plant. It shall be the duty of the Contractor to carry out the operation, inspection and maintenance of all air conditioning plant, including servicing and completing repairs, as defined in the General Conditions of Contract and Specification. This will include: Providing a working environment for the building users and tenants that fulfils the Council's obligations as defined in the lease(s). Maintaining the air conditioning plant in good working order and to protect the value of the Councils assets. Preparing or reviewing and updating a list of all the company's air conditioning equipment within a building (hereafter referred to as the Asset Register) and to supplying a copy of that register to the Council. Making adequate arrangements for the Health and Safety of persons in or around the buildings and to fulfil all safety requirements particularly in regard to the Health & Safety at Work etc. Act. 1974.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract has the option to extend incrementally for a further period of 1 plus 1 year subject to satisfactory contract review and budget availability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060f09
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007069-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

39717200 - Air-conditioning appliances

42512000 - Air-conditioning installations

50730000 - Repair and maintenance services of cooler groups

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2029-09-01

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
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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