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Award

30 Jul 2026 at 13:06

Award

30 Jul 2026 at 12:15

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University has awarded a contract for 'Hard FM Services Operations & Maintenance' through a direct award process. This contract, valued at approximately £3,463,719.65 including VAT, is intended to ensure continuity of service for 12 months while a longer-term procurement solution is explored. The contract encompasses various maintenance operations crucial to the university's facilities, primarily located in Cardiff, UK (region UKL22). As of 30th July 2026, the procurement process has been marked complete, with the contract commencing on 12th August 2026 and concluding on 31st July 2027. H.F.L. Building Solutions Limited, a large firm based in Denton, has been designated as the supplier for this project.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services to collaborate with a prestigious educational institution. The direct award method was chosen to minimise risks associated with a supplier transition, suggesting Cardiff University values continuity and stability. Companies with a proven track record in facilities management, particularly those with capabilities in managing complex maintenance tasks, stand a good chance to succeed in similar future tenders. By engaging in these contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolio with high-profile clientele and gain significant experience in handling large-scale operations within an academic environment.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Hard FM Services Operations & Maintenance

Notice Description

A 12-month contract renewal is required to maintain service continuity while the replacement procurement is completed and mobilised.

Procurement Information

The 12-month extension is required to maintain service continuity while the replacement procurement is completed and mobilised. A short-term change of supplier would create disproportionate technical and operational risk because a new supplier would need to complete site familiarisation, asset validation, statutory maintenance handover, CAFM/QFM setup, subcontractor interface management and mobilisation across TRH specialist cleanroom, gas, abatement and critical research systems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d790
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072219-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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
£2,886,433 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

H.F.L. BUILDING SOLUTIONS

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