Planning

Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation Works Market Engagement

UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE

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Planning

21 May 2026 at 10:33

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Staffordshire, located in Stoke on Trent, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process concerning "Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation Works." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically relating to emergency lighting equipment and repair and maintenance services. The planning phase includes a market engagement notice scheduled for release on 1st July 2026, and suppliers are encouraged to complete a questionnaire by 2nd June 2026. The contract is intended to commence on 1st October 2026, lasting three years with a potential two-year extension, covering 34 buildings. The total estimated contract value is £332,000 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the fields of electrical engineering, specifically those specialising in emergency lighting systems, lamps, and technical testing services. The opportunity is tailored to accommodate small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given their agility and expertise in niche technical areas. Engaging in this market could provide businesses with the potential for growth and expansion within the public sector. These procurement activities, spearheaded by a university, also present a chance for companies to bolster their portfolios by collaborating with a reputable academic institution.

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Notice Title

Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation Works Market Engagement

Notice Description

The University of Staffordshire is seeking to engage with the supplier market in relation to a potential tender for the provision of Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation works Suppliers are invited to complete the questionnaire in Proactis to support the University in determining the route to market and specification for this requirement. The University is intending to award a contract for the provision of Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation works for a period of 3 years with an option to extend by 2 x 12 months covering 34 buildings (Full details will be included in the tender pack) The supplier will be required to carry out: Monthly testing within the first 2 weeks of each month Annual Endurance Testing in December of each year within the first three weeks of the month Remedial Repairs (Emergency Light Replacements only)

Planning Information

Suppliers should complete the questionnaire on ProContract https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=fbe89b37-ff54-f111-813c-005056b64545

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069ed2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046936-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment

31520000 - Lamps and light fittings

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

71300000 - Engineering services

71631000 - Technical inspection services

71632000 - Technical testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£332,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
STOKE ON TRENT
Postcode
ST4 2DE
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent, TLG24 Staffordshire CC

Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

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