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Electrical and data maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Sep 2025 at 00:00

Tender

31 Jan 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has awarded a contract under the title "Electrical and data maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen". This contract falls within the education industry category and involves providing reactive, planned, and statutory maintenance services for electrical installations. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure, and the contract has been awarded to Ethos Facilities and OCS Ltd, two large-scale suppliers. The procurement process began on 31st January 2025, with the contract award being finalised on 23rd July 2025. The location of the services will primarily be in Aberdeen, UK, within the UKM50 region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in electrical maintenance and related services. Companies that specialise in providing comprehensive electrical inspection, testing, and remedial works would be well-positioned to capitalise on such contracts. The framework provides an ongoing opportunity for business growth through the provision of critical maintenance services to a major educational institution. Smaller enterprises or new market entrants could also benefit by showcasing their capability to meet technical requirements efficiently and competitively, potentially positioning themselves for future participation in similar frameworks.

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Notice Title

Electrical and data maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

Award of contract for a service to cover reactive, planned & statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: General electrical repairs on all electrical installations, Certified minor electrical installation works, Certified Inspection and testing of electrical installations, Certified ECIR remedial works,

Lot Information

Lot 1

The framework contract will be for a service to cover reactive, planned & statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: General electrical repairs on all electrical installations, Certified minor electrical installation works, Certified Inspection and testing of electrical installations, Certified ECIR remedial works,

Renewal: It is anticipated that the Framework agreement will be effective from 1st August for an initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for two (2) further periods, each of 12 months subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000789212
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539507
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£240,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
It is anticipated that the Framework agreement will be effective from 1st August for an initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for two (2) further periods, each of 12 months subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
e-sourcing@abdn.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

ETHOS FACILITIES

OCS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522941
    Electrical and data maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen - The framework contract will be for a service to cover reactive, planned & statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: General electrical repairs on all electrical installations, Certified minor electrical installation works, Certified Inspection and testing of electrical installations, Certified ECIR remedial works,
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539507
    Electrical and data maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen - Award of contract for a service to cover reactive, planned & statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: General electrical repairs on all electrical installations, Certified minor electrical installation works, Certified Inspection and testing of electrical installations, Certified ECIR remedial works,

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