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30 Jul 2026 at 05:18

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06 Jul 2026 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

Kirklees College is actively seeking service providers for a lift maintenance contract across its seven sites, located in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender update stage with an open competition method, designed for contracts below the threshold. The tender, titled "Kirklees College - Lift Maintenance," falls under the services category with a focus on lift-maintenance services. Interested parties should note that the tender period ends on the 3rd of August 2026, while the contract period is set to begin on the 1st of October 2026 and end on the 30th of September 2029, with possible extensions for an additional two years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for service-based companies, particularly those specialising in lift maintenance, to expand their business and establish a relationship with a public undertaking like Kirklees College. Companies that qualify as SMEs or VCSEs are particularly encouraged to compete for this contract due to the stated suitability criteria. With an emphasis on both price and quality, businesses with a strong track record in delivering high-quality, cost-effective maintenance services will be well-positioned to submit competitive bids. This procurement could allow successful bidders to grow their portfolio and reputation in the public sector, enhancing future business opportunities.

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Notice Title

Kirklees College - Lift Maintenance

Notice Description

Kirklees College - Lift Maintenance across all 7 college sites.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c49c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071946-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50750000 - Lift-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£51,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£51,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 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
KIRKLEES COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HUDDERSFIELD
Postcode
HD1 3LD
Post Town
Huddersfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Newsome
Westminster Constituency
Huddersfield

Further Information

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