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APX024 - Response Repairs, Maintenance & Planned works Measured Term Contract

APEX HOUSING ASSOCIATION

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 09:07

Summary of the contracting process

In the initial planning stage of a procurement process, Apex Housing Association, based in Derry, is seeking to engage with potential suppliers for a forthcoming contract titled "APX024 - Response Repairs, Maintenance & Planned works Measured Term Contract." Newington Housing Association, located in Belfast, is also associated with this process. The procurement focuses on the construction and maintenance industry, covering all-trades responsive maintenance and planned works with a contract value of £32,500,000. The contract, scheduled to commence on 1st June 2027, will span three years and may extend until 31st May 2032. Interested parties must submit their engagement responses by 2nd June 2026 through the etendersNI messaging system or the technical envelope. This procurement is governed by Northern Irish devolved regulations and targets public authority under sub-central government classification.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses in the construction and maintenance sectors, specifically those specializing in comprehensive building maintenance and repair services. Companies offering a range of trades, including emergency response, out-of-hours work, and preventative maintenance services, are particularly well-suited to compete. The scale and scope of the contract allow for substantial business growth, capitalising on long-term, steady revenue streams through ongoing maintenance work and large-scale component replacements. Engaging in this tender could establish strong links with public housing associations in Northern Ireland, offering a strategic advantage in similar future procurements.

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Notice Title

APX024 - Response Repairs, Maintenance & Planned works Measured Term Contract

Notice Description

Apex is undertaking this Preliminary Market Engagement for the following Contract requirements: The provision of all-trades responsive maintenance and associated services, including but not limited to: * All trades responsive, maintenance including emergency (including significant and emergency hazards) callouts arising during the working day * Out-of-Hours Emergency Works, * Void Property Works including major Component Renewals * Inspections, * Landlords 5 yearly fixed wiring tests * Portable Appliance Testing * Planned component replacement including: o Kitchens o Bathrooms, o Windows and door replacement. * Fire safety remedial work to include: o Fire stopping o Fire door replacement and repair Planned Preventative Maintenance will also be included, such as: * Scheme repainting * Gutter cleaning * all associated or incidental tasks, whether expressly stated or otherwise required. The Works will include for all associated general building, plumbing and electrical works, whether specifically listed or otherwise required. The work will not include repairs and maintenance to heating systems.

Planning Information

Please return completed PME response forms via etendersNI messaging system for APX024 or via the technical envelope.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a063
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047557-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2027 - 31 May 2030 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
APEX HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Additional Buyers

NEWINGTON HOUSING ASSOCIATION

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DERRY
Postcode
BT48 6HL
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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