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BMS controller

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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31 Mar 2026 at 10:51

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter, located in Exeter, UK, has completed a procurement process for a project titled "BMS controller" aimed at replacing its building management system controller. This process falls under the category of "goods" with a focus on electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment, and consumables. The procurement was conducted as a direct contract without competition, as it was below the threshold. The status was marked complete on 31st March 2026, with the contract being active from 10th February 2026 to 31st December 2026. The awarded supplier for this contract is Schneider Electric Ltd, based in Manchester, UK, with the contract valued at GBP 31,748.40.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of electrical machinery and equipment. Companies like Schneider Electric Ltd, which specialise in such goods and have capabilities to deliver on large-scale projects, are ideal contenders for similar contracts. For businesses seeking growth in the public sector, aligning with the requirements and scale of procurement processes like this one can lead to substantial opportunities. Engaging in public procurement not only enhances visibility but also establishes credibility with public institutions such as the University of Exeter.

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Notice Title

BMS controller

Notice Description

Project to replace BMS controller

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0678d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029550-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£31,748 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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