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16 Jul 2026 at 21:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Open University, a sub-central government public authority based in Milton Keynes, UK, has completed a procurement process for the replacement of terrace decking in Belfast. The contract, identified as OUPA11737, focuses on repair and maintenance services within the services industry category. The procurement method for this project was categorised as "Below threshold - unknown." The contracting process began with a tender and has now reached the award stage, with the contract being signed on 31st March 2026. The contract is scheduled to run until 30th March 2027, with its total gross value amounting to £58,800 (£49,000 net).

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, repair, and maintenance services. Andrew Bradley Limited, a large company based in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland, successfully secured the award, highlighting potential competitive opportunities for companies with similar capabilities and expertise. Businesses with experience and resources in handling projects of this nature can leverage such procurement processes to drive growth and expand their portfolio in the public sector. The geographical focus on Belfast also suggests opportunities for local service providers to establish contracts with public authorities, boosting their visibility and presence in the region.

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Notice Title

Belfast: Terrace decking replacement

Notice Description

Belfast: Terrace decking replacement item

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd56
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067478-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK7 6AA
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Monkston
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANDREW BRADLEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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