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Provision of a Lift Maintenance Manager (2025-29)

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Provision of a Lift Maintenance Manager (2025-29)." This falls under the services category and pertains to the education sector, with a focus on facilities at the University of Strathclyde. The process utilised an open procurement method, and the contract has been awarded to TUV SUD Ltd as the supplier. Key dates include the award date of 4th February 2026, following the tender period's closure on 13th November 2025. The procurement was conducted under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, allowing for contract modifications under specific circumstances, if necessary. The awarded contract value stands at £161,635.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in lift maintenance and facilities management services. Companies equipped to offer comprehensive maintenance solutions encompassing operation, safety, testing, inspection, and minor enhancements are encouraged to track such opportunities. The University of Strathclyde sought a partner capable of ensuring compliance and delivering efficient maintenance services across its campuses, making it an appealing proposition for both large-scale enterprises and SMEs with a proven track record in these areas to consider future tenders. This contract structure provides a model for future tender opportunities anticipated to recur around 2029.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Lift Maintenance Manager (2025-29)

Notice Description

The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a Contract for the Provision of a Lift Maintenance Manager (2025-29) (UOS-37870-2025).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a Contract for the Provision of a Lift Maintenance Manager (2025-29) (UOS-37870-2025).

Options: In line with 72 - Modification of Contracts During their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases.

Renewal: The contract duration is 24-months, with the option to extend for up to an additional two 12-month periods. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to utilise the extension periods at its discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000813637
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549390
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

50750000 - Lift-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£161,635 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£161,635 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Yes, it is envisaged that when this Contract comes to an end that the Contracting Authority will tender this requirement again - a Contract Notice is expected to be published in c. October 2029.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Amanda McFarlane, Senior Procurement Specialist
Contact Email
amanda.mcfarlane@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TUV SUD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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