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23 Jul 2026 at 13:50

Summary of the contracting process

Queen's University Belfast, a public authority operating under Northern Irish devolved regulations, is inviting bids for a contract titled "260016 Maintenance Services to Door Operators/Automatic Doors." The procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on the maintenance and repair of doors. The location for this contract is Belfast, United Kingdom. The process is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure, and interested parties must submit their proposals by 17th August 2026. The contract is valued at £480,000 gross, and the services required include comprehensive maintenance of approximately 700 automatic and swing doors on the campus, conforming to standards BS7036 and BS EN 16005. The contract period starts on 18th September 2026 and will last until 17th October 2029, with a potential renewal for up to 24 more months.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specializing in repair and maintenance services, particularly those experienced in managing automatic door systems and offering 24-hour support. Companies with capabilities in planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair services, ready access to spare parts, and those practicing sustainable procurement will find this opportunity particularly fitting. The procurement process, via an open method, allows a wide range of businesses to compete, making it especially appealing for firms looking to expand their portfolio within the Northern Ireland region. The contract's extension potential also provides an avenue for long-term engagement and financial stability.

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Notice Title

260016 Maintenance Services to Door Operators/Automatic Doors

Notice Description

This contract is for the provision of a comprehensive maintenance service for automatic and swing doors, including two Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) visits per year, reactive maintenance, repairs and callouts. Queen's University currently has approximately 700 automatic and swing doors across the campus. The Supplier must provide a 24-hour callout service, 365 days per year during normal working hours [Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm] and outside normal working hours. The Supplier shall carry out immediate permanent repairs where practical or temporary repairs if necessary. All door operating systems are to be serviced and repaired in accordance with all applicable standards including BS7036 and BS EN 16005.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend by up to a further 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d225
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069805-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

44221200 - Doors

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-07-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT7 1NN
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
TLN0 Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

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