Provision of Servicing of Passenger and Commercial Lifts

CITY OF YORK COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 May 2026 at 14:02

Tender

18 Feb 2026 at 15:59

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Provision of Servicing of Passenger and Commercial Lifts" contract was carried out by the City of York Council, a sub-central government public authority based in York, United Kingdom. The process followed an open procurement method and has reached its award stage as of 22nd May 2026. This service contract, with a value of £460,000, involves maintaining, repairing, and installing lifts in various commercial properties like libraries, schools, and offices across York, using the latest British Standards. The contract is set to commence on 8th June 2026, and it includes provisions for potential renewals extending up to 2030, ensuring steady engagement over a maximum span of four years. The tender involved a competitive bidding stage, where 11 bids were received, highlighting active participation primarily from SMEs.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly suitable for companies experienced in lift maintenance and repair services. The procurement focuses on a comprehensive service model for public buildings, catering to both passenger and platform lifts of various makes and conditions. Businesses with expertise in engineering teams, quality assurance, health and safety, and reporting would find this contract beneficial. Companies participating in such public tenders can leverage the opportunity to expand their portfolio by demonstrating their capability to manage and improve lift services for diverse facilities. The inclusion of a social value component in the award criteria suggests a preference for businesses that contribute positively to the community, aligning with public procurement goals.

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Notice Title

Provision of Servicing of Passenger and Commercial Lifts

Notice Description

City of York Council (CYC) requires a contractor with extensive knowledge and experience in maintaining, repairing and installing commercial passenger and platform lifts in accordance with the latest relevant British Standards in a wide range of commercial properties. The contract will service approximately 32 buildings containing 27 passenger lifts and 19 platform lifts. The Lifts are of various ages and conditions. The buildings range from grade 1 listed Libraries to fully modernised Schools and Offices.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Two 12 month extensions will be available for this contract subject to satisfactory performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065769
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048054-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

42416100 - Lifts

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£460,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£460,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£460,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2026 - 7 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2029-08-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF YORK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6GA
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE21 York

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RUBAX LIFTS

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