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Planning

30 Jun 2026 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

Poplar HARCA (Housing and Regeneration Community Association), based in London, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process concerning Lift Service and Maintenance across all their estates. This tender, titled "(PME NOTICE) Lift Service and Maintenance – All Estates," falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services, specifically concerning lifting and handling equipment. The planned contract, valued at £5,207,257.20, is set to begin on 1st April 2027 and end on 31st March 2037. Key dates include an upcoming market engagement deadline by 10th July 2026, with further communications anticipated around 24th July 2026. The procurement is initiated as a tender process, adhering to the legal mandate referenced by the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs skilled in repair and maintenance services, aspiring to expand their business within the public sector. Companies capable of providing comprehensive lift service and maintenance, with the capacity to manage resources including skilled labour, supply chains, and necessary tools and vehicles, would find this contract particularly beneficial for growth. The procurement process promises significant engagement opportunities and aligns with the strategic priorities of businesses aiming to offer value in public service contracts, especially those operating or aspiring to operate in the London area.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

(PME NOTICE) Lift Service and Maintenance - All Estates

Notice Description

Poplar HARCA is seeking to procure a new Contract for Lift Service and Maintenance. The Contract will require the Contractor to provide and manage all the necessary resources and industry training needs, including appropriately skilled operatives, supply chain partners, tools, vehicles, administration and supervision to undertake all lift service and maintenance in an efficient and effective manner.

Planning Information

Express interest and get in touch

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c042
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061302-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,207,257 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2027 - 31 Mar 2037 Over 5 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
POPLAR HARCA (HOUSING AND REGENERATION COMMUNITY 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
LONDON
Postcode
E14 6DA
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Lansbury
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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