This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

18 Jun 2026 at 08:27

Tender

17 Feb 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) initiated a public procurement process under the title "Supply of Lock Services" with the procurement covering services such as supply of new and replacement keys and locks, re-pinning services, and technical consultations. The procurement was open for bidding until 20th March 2026 and was intended to serve multiple NTU campuses including those in Nottingham, Clifton, Brackenhurst, and Mansfield. However, as of 18th June 2026, the procurement process was cancelled due to a change in circumstances which rendered the tender no longer fit for purpose. The procurement process originally fell under an open competition and was categorized under the services industry, specifically pertaining to locksmith services and related products.

The cancellation of this tender may initially seem like a lost opportunity, but it underscores the importance of adaptability and adjustments in business operations. Originally, this tender was well-suited for SMEs in the locksmith and security services sector, with the potential to work with a prominent academic institution over a contract period of up to four years. Businesses capable of offering flexibility and comprehensive service delivery in response to changes in client requirements or operational contexts will be particularly well-suited for such procurement opportunities. It is crucial for businesses to remain alert for similar future tenders from NTU as they adapt their needs and reassess the procurement landscape.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply of Lock Services

Notice Description

Nottingham Trent University is seeking bids for the provision of lock supply services across City (NG1), Clifton (NG11), Brackenhurst (NG25) Confetti (NG1) and Mansfield (NG18) campuses as and when required. Service requirements will include but are not limited to; supply of new and replacement keys & locks, re-pinning services and project / technical consultation.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The Contract will be established for an initial period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further period up to a total of 1 years taking the contract term to a maximum of 4 years subject to satisfactory performance in accordance with agreed Key Performance Indicators.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065615
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057386-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination 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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

44520000 - Locks, keys and hinges

44521100 - Locks

44521110 - Door locks

98395000 - Locksmith services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£141,666 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£141,666 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Apr 2026 - 14 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 4FQ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
St. Ann's
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Further Information

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