Tender

Supply of Lock Services

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)

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Tender

17 Feb 2026 at 14:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has issued an open tender for the supply of lock services under the title "Supply of Lock Services," covering multiple campuses in Nottingham, including City, Clifton, Brackenhurst, Confetti, and Mansfield. The procurement is in the tender stage and is aimed at securing services related to locks, keys, and hinges, with a focus on door locks and locksmith services. The tender process, which falls under the industry category of services, is set below the threshold for open competition. Interested parties must submit their bids by 20 March 2026, with any queries required to be addressed by 13 March 2026. The contract is valued at £170,000 and shall begin on 15 April 2026, potentially extending up to four years, subject to satisfactory performance.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in locksmith services, supply of locks, and related technical consultations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate due to the suitability criteria outlined. The procurement method allows for electronic submissions, facilitating ease of access for various businesses. Successful bidders can expect to provide continuous service across NTU's campuses, potentially cultivating long-term partnerships and expanding their service portfolios. Given its comprehensive requirements, businesses proficient in technical lock consultations and replacement services will be well-suited to compete and leverage this opportunity for growth.

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Notice Information

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065615
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014339-2026
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

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
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
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
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)
Contact Name
Rachel Coates
Contact Email
rachel.coates@ntu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1158482724

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

Notice Documents

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