This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

18 Jun 2026 at 09:54

Planning

23 Apr 2026 at 13:06

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council is currently in the tender stage of their procurement process for the "AT1472 Drainage Repairs and Maintenance Services" contract. This service-oriented procurement, valued at £700,000 with a gross amount of £840,000, falls under the "Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services" category. The council aims to provide reactive and planned maintenance services for both corporate buildings and residential properties in the UKH2 region. The bidding process follows an open procedure, and interested parties should submit their proposals via the Proactis e-tendering portal by 21st July 2026 at 12:00 PM. The contract is divided into two lots: Lot 1 relates to Property & Construction Services, and Lot 2 pertains to Building Technical Services, both of which require a high degree of responsiveness and technical capability from the bidders. The enquiry period closes on 15th July 2026.

This tender creates significant opportunities for local businesses, particularly those specialising in drainage, maintenance, and plumbing services. Companies that can provide 24/7 services and respond to emergencies within two hours are well-suited for this contract. Additionally, the procurement encourages participation from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), fostering inclusive growth within the business community. By securing one or both lots, businesses can establish long-term partnerships with Luton Council, gain visibility, and expand their services across numerous properties in the region. The competitive balance between price and quality in the award criteria further ensures that capable service providers can benefit from this procurement opportunity, which offers a contract period extending over several years.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

AT1472 Drainage Repairs and Maintenance Services

Notice Description

Reactive and planned maintenance and drain clearance services for corporate buildings and drainage services for blockages, investigations and reports for pests and minor plumbing repairs for residential properties owned by LBC. 2 Lots = BTS & PCS Lot 1 = PCS (Property & Construction Services) Lot 2 = BTS (Building Technical Services)

Lot Information

1

Lot 1 is working with the PCS (Property Construction Services), reactive and planned maintenance within the broad property portfolio of corporate buildings.

2

Lot 2 with BTS (Building & Technical Services) to cover blockages of toilets, baths, sinks, manholes, CCTV camera work. Also reports and investigations for pests. Mainly residential properties.

Planning Information

PLEASE EMAIL Caroline.sturman@luton.gov.uk and you will be sent a Microsoft Teams invitation to the market engagement event which is to take place 19 May 2026 at 3 - 4pm (15:00 - 16:00). This tender is for 2 Lots, one Lot is working with our Corporate Team and the other Lot is working with our Building & Technical Services Team. You will need to be located near enough to Luton so you can attend emergencies within a set timeframe.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0689af
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057446-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 31 Dec 2031 Over 5 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
LUTON 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
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, TLH21 Luton

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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