Tender

Emergency Light Testing

THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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Tender

05 Feb 2026 at 12:02

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria is inviting tenders for the “Emergency Light Testing” contract, focused on the statutory inspection, testing, servicing, and maintenance of emergency lighting systems across its estate. The procurement is handled through an open competition method and is classified under facilities management services. This contract is situated in Cumbria, UKD12, with a total estimated value of £220,000 GBP. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with interested parties required to submit their proposals by 10th March 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 7th April 2026 and run until 6th April 2029, with the possibility for a two-year renewal. The evaluation of submissions will be based on 70% quality and 30% price criteria.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in facilities management services, particularly those with experience in maintaining emergency lighting systems. Companies that are well-versed in compliance with statutory maintenance regulations and that can demonstrate high-quality service delivery at competitive pricing may find this opportunity conducive to business growth. With a substantial contract value and an extensive duration, it provides a stable prospect for expanding operations and establishing a long-term relationship with a reputable public entity like the University of Cumbria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Emergency Light Testing

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria are seeking suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit tender bids for the statutory inspection, testing, servicing, and maintenance of emergency lighting systems across the university estate.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0648c2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010407-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£183,333 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£183,333 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 6 Apr 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 CUMBRIA
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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