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06 Aug 2026 at 16:51

Summary of the contracting process

The General Dental Council is currently seeking proposals for office maintenance services under the title "Office Maintenance Services," with the procurement process initiated on 6th August 2026. This tender, part of the broader services industry category, is being conducted through an open competition procurement method. The tender covers office facilities located in both Birmingham (UKG) and London (UKI) regions in the United Kingdom, with a tender period ending on 1st September 2026. The contract is structured into two active lots, each with specific maintenance service requirements including general building repairs, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, inviting qualified service providers to compete. Enquiries can be submitted until 17th August 2026, with electronic submissions permitted.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specializing in comprehensive repair and maintenance services, particularly those skilled in building installations and efficient management of service delivery. Smaller enterprises that meet suitability criteria are encouraged to participate, as the contract allows for strategic growth through securing work over an initial period of two years, with potential extensions up to three additional years. Successful bidders will be chosen based on a balanced evaluation of quality and price, employing the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) methodology. This opportunity is ideal for businesses with robust service delivery frameworks, experienced staff, and a keen focus on health and safety compliance, potentially facilitating significant business expansion and increased market presence in the UK's public sector maintenance services industry.

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Notice Title

Office Maintenance Services

Notice Description

The GDC invites qualified and experienced service providers to submit tenders for the provision of comprehensive office maintenance services at its premises. The objective of this contract is to ensure that office facilities are maintained in a safe, functional, professional, and efficient condition to support business operations. The successful provider will be responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair services across office premises, including: - General building maintenance and repairs. - Electrical maintenance and minor electrical works. - Plumbing maintenance and repairs. - Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance. - Health and safety compliance inspections and corrective actions. - Emergency call-out services for urgent maintenance issues. - Routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities. All services will be delivered in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation, statutory requirements, and industry best practices, with minimal disruption to business operations.

Lot Information

Lot 1: Office Maintenance Services for GDC Birmingham Premises

The successful provider will be responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair services across GDC's Birmingham office premises, including general building maintenance, electrical and plumbing repairs, heating, and ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The contractor will be required to provide timely response to maintenance requests, emergency call-out services where necessary, and routine inspections to identify and address potential issues proactively.

Renewal: The initial contract period is two (2) years, with the option for the GDC to extend the contract for up to a further three (3) years. The Authority may exercise extension options in increments of one year or less, with written notice provided to the Supplier prior to the commencement of each extension period. The Authority will determine the increments in which the final contract period may be exercised and will communicate this decision in writing to the Supplier.

Lot 2: Office Maintenance Services for GDC London Premises

The successful provider will be responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair services across GDC's London office premises, including general building maintenance, electrical and plumbing repairs, heating, and ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The contractor will be required to provide timely response to maintenance requests, emergency call-out services where necessary, and routine inspections to identify and address potential issues proactively.

Renewal: The initial contract period is two (2) years, with the option for the GDC to extend the contract for up to a further three (3) years. The Authority may exercise extension options in increments of one year or less, with written notice provided to the Supplier prior to the commencement of each extension period. The Authority will determine the increments in which the final contract period may be exercised and will communicate this decision in writing to the Supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06de6d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074993-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£117,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£117,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 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
GENERAL DENTAL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1G 8DQ
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Marylebone
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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