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Provision of Planned Preventative Maintenance for Air Compressors at The Pirbright Institute

THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE

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27 Apr 2026 at 14:48

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24 Mar 2026 at 15:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Pirbright Institute, established in Woking, United Kingdom, is actively seeking proposals for the planned preventative maintenance of its air compressor systems. This procurement process uses an open procedure for services in the category of repair and maintenance. The tender is currently in the update stage and includes services ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, operational resilience, cost predictability, and asset lifecycle management. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 6th May 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 1st July 2026 and span up to 30th June 2029, with an optional twelve-month extension possible.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the maintenance and repair of compressors and related systems, particularly those proficient in servicing equipment from manufacturers like Atlas Copco, CompAir, and Hydrovane. The contract requires a dedicated engineering team capable of providing comprehensive services, including emergency call-outs and compliance with various safety regulations. Businesses that can offer such expertise and secure necessary certifications for unescorted work on-site are well-positioned to compete effectively in this procurement process. The award criteria prioritise both price and quality, evenly weighted, offering competitive advantage to firms with strong maintenance capabilities and robust operational quality. Fujitsu also opens doors to partnerships with renowned public organisations, thereby enhancing business profiles and extending market reach.

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Notice Title

Provision of Planned Preventative Maintenance for Air Compressors at The Pirbright Institute

Notice Description

Project Background The contract is for single supplier for the provision of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) services for the Institute's compressed air systems. 1.1 The proposed contract will: 1.2 Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance 1.3 Safeguard operational resilience across the estate 1.4 Deliver cost predictability through planned maintenance 1.5 Enhance asset lifecycle management and performance monitoring Scope of requirement The scope shall include, as a minimum: * Two service visits per compressor per annum (one minor and one major service unless otherwise specified) * Servicing in full compliance with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) requirements * Service dates agreed in advance between The Pirbright Institute Maintenance Scheduler and the Contractor's nominated point of contact * Alignment of service delivery with the Institute's planned building shutdown schedules, recognising that servicing may need to be phased rather than delivered in a single continuous visit * Assurance that compressed air supply remains operational at all times during servicing, achieved through the appropriate management of secondary/backup compressors and receivers * Provision of a dedicated engineer (or core engineering team), with a commitment to obtaining the necessary site security clearance to permit independent and unescorted working where authorised * Engineers suitably qualified and competent to sign off maintenance documentation before and after servicing, breakdown attendance, or additional works * Proactive notification to the Client where any of the following require repair or replacement: air ends, compressor auto drains, flexible pipework * Replacement of consumables within the defined service scope * Inspection of associated dryers, filtration systems, pipework, receivers, and safety devices * Digital service reporting provided at the point of service, detailing works undertaken, findings, recommendations, and asset condition * Emergency call-out provision with a target four-hour response time for critical assets Manufacturers in Scope The estate includes equipment manufactured by: * Atlas Copco * CompAir * Hydrovane * Busch Vacuum Solutions * Beko Technologies * HPC * Hi-Line * JORC 1.8 Compliance Requirements The Contractor must ensure compliance with: * Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 * Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 * Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 * Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 The Contractor shall: * Provide RAMS for each visit * Maintain appropriate insurances * Ensure engineer competence and certification * Operate within site security protocols including accessing contained areas.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0672fb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038164-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

42120000 - Pumps and compressors

42123000 - Compressors

42123400 - Air compressors

42124300 - Parts of air or vacuum pumps, of air or gas compressors

42124330 - Parts of air compressors

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50324200 - Preventive maintenance services

50531300 - Repair and maintenance services of compressors

51134000 - Installation services of compressors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£249,554 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£249,554 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WOKING
Postcode
GU24 0NF
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ25 West Surrey

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Normandy & Pirbright
Westminster Constituency
Surrey Heath

Further Information

Notice Documents

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