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20 Jul 2026 at 09:16

Summary of the contracting process

Coventry University has concluded its procurement process for a comprehensive Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) solution intended for the ECB Building. The procurement, categorised under 'goods' and specifically covering uninterruptible power supplies, was conducted using a limited competition method, classified as below threshold. Located in Coventry, United Kingdom, the university acts as the buyer in this endeavour, while Dale Power Solutions Ltd has been awarded the contract as the supplier. The tender reached the award stage with a contract period from 6th July 2026 to 3rd August 2026, following its completion status. The procurement aligns with legal requirements stipulated by the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses proficient in supplying, installing, and maintaining power supply solutions to engage in public sector contracts, fostering business expansion and establishing reputations within this niche. Particularly advantageous for companies in the uninterruptible power supply industry, such as those experienced in technical, engineering, and installation services, this contract provides a platform to cultivate long-term relationships with reputable institutions like Coventry University. Large enterprises with a robust delivery infrastructure and installation capabilities are well-positioned to leverage this procurement for business growth.

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Notice Title

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) solution for the ECB Building

Notice Description

Coventry University has a requirement for a complete Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) solution for the ECB Building, including the supply, delivery, installation, commissioning and associated works.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ce80
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068091-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31154000 - Uninterruptible power supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,241 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 3 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5FB
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DALE POWER SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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