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Installation of MRL Evac Lift

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

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21 May 2026 at 14:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of the West of England, located in Bristol, United Kingdom, has completed a tender for the installation of an MRL Evac Lift in the Q block of its campus. The procurement process was conducted directly, without competition, as the tender value was below the threshold. The contract was signed on 7th April 2026, with the lift installation work scheduled for 8th to 9th April 2026. The main industry category for this contract is works, specifically lift installation work, and it was awarded to A W PARRY LIFTS LIMITED, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Bristol. The completed status of this procurement indicates that the contract has been successfully executed as per the associated legal basis.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for local businesses, particularly those specialising in lift installation and similar works, to engage in projects with educational institutions like universities. Companies that can offer competitive, quality services in niche areas such as MRL Evac Lifts can leverage such opportunities to expand their portfolios and foster relationships with public organisations. As the procurement method employed was direct and below the threshold, it may appeal to businesses that can rapidly respond to specific project requirements and provide bespoke solutions. Such contracts can be a strategic entry point for SMEs looking to strengthen their position in the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Installation of MRL Evac Lift

Notice Description

Installation of MRL Evac Lift in Q block (Q2 lift) as per quote dated 04/02/2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069faa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047276-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45313100 - Lift installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£66,039 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 Apr 2026 - 9 Apr 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1QY
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A W PARRY LIFTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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