The Provision of Maintenance and Repair of Schneider Building Management Systems at the University of Leicester

THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

03 Jul 2026 at 13:33

TenderUpdate

29 Apr 2026 at 12:59

Tender

10 Apr 2026 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leicester has completed the procurement process for the maintenance and repair of its Schneider Building Management Systems (BMS). This process, identified by tender ID LUV01421, employed an open procedure under the legal framework established by UKPGA 2023/54. The contracting process involved two lots: Condition-based Maintenance using the Schneider Electric Building Advisor Platform and Traditional Planned Maintenance of EcoStruxure systems. The total contract value is £1,725,000, covering an extensive range of services across Leicester, UKF21 region. The award phase of the tender was completed on 3rd July 2026, with Kendra Energy Solutions Limited selected as the supplier for Lot 2. The contracted services will commence on 1st August 2026 and may extend until 31st July 2031, allowing for potential renewals.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, especially those capable of delivering specialised repair and maintenance services, to work with a reputable public authority. Enterprises possessing expertise in handling Schneider Electric Building Management Systems, or those possessing Master or Certified EcoXpert status, will find this project aligns well with their capabilities. The possible continuation and renewal of contracts over several years present an excellent prospect for sustained business growth within both local regions and the broader UK market. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) were particularly encouraged, as all final stage bids under this procurement process were received from SMEs, demonstrating the inclusivity and accessibility of this opportunity for smaller businesses.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Maintenance and Repair of Schneider Building Management Systems at the University of Leicester

Notice Description

The University of Leicester is seeking proposals from suitably qualified, fully trained companies to maintain and repair existing Schneider Building Management Systems (BMS) throughout the University. The opportunity is split into 2 lots: Lot 1 for Condition-based Maintenance using Schneider Electric Building Advisor Platform & Bureau Service and Lot 2 for Traditional planned maintenance of EcoStruxure systems.

Lot Information

Condition-based Maintenance using Schneider Electric Building Advisor Platform & Bureau Service

Currently Building Analytics (BA) is installed in 9 buildings on our estate. The service provider will need to analyse the BA data and reports to formulate a maintenance schedule which is proportionate to the issues identified. They will also need to provide the PPM visits. An initial provision of four days per month is required to interpret the BA reports and resolve issues that are resolvable remotely, if appropriate. This Lot also includes the provision of the BA connectivity and Bureau Service. Bidders must be an approved Schneider Partner with Master EcoXpert status.

Renewal: 2 years until 31/07/2031

Traditional planned maintenance of EcoStruxure systems

Our system is made up of a Schnieder Electric EcoStruxure BMS installed in 79 buildings on our estate, so we need a provider who can support this system and must be an approved Schneider Partner with a minimum of Certified EcoXpert status.

Renewal: 2 years until 31/7/2031

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068013
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062849-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,725,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,725,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£975,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 7RH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF21 Leicester

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KENDRA ENERGY SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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