--- title: "Provision of Thorough Examination and Testing (TExT), Maintenance and Repair of LEV Equipment not covered by Campus Division's TExT Contract" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2fe46ca0-8a36-46ab-805d-6a98b7b00335" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2fe46ca0-8a36-46ab-805d-6a98b7b00335" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fe46ca0-8a36-46ab-805d-6a98b7b00335.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fe46ca0-8a36-46ab-805d-6a98b7b00335.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL" published: "2026-07-24" --- # Provision of Thorough Examination and Testing (TExT), Maintenance and Repair of LEV Equipment not covered by Campus Division's TExT Contract Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2fe46ca0-8a36-46ab-805d-6a98b7b00335 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2fe46ca0-8a36-46ab-805d-6a98b7b00335) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fe46ca0-8a36-46ab-805d-6a98b7b00335.json) ## Summary The University of Bristol is inviting tenders for a contract titled "Provision of Thorough Examination and Testing (TExT), Maintenance and Repair of LEV Equipment not covered by Campus Division's TExT Contract." This procurement process falls under the industry category of "Repair and maintenance services," with the aim of securing statutory testing, maintenance, and repair services for laboratory equipment, specifically for Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems and Microbiological Safety Cabinets. This open procedure applies to various locations, including the main campus and satellite facilities like Langford and Southmead in the South West of the United Kingdom. The tender was published on 24th July 2026, and interested vendors must submit their bids by the deadline on 26th August 2026. The contract period is scheduled to begin on 1st February 2027 and end on 31st January 2031. This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services for LEV systems. The focus on a university-wide contract suggests potential for steady engagement over multiple years, offering growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, expanding competitive opportunities to a broad range of suitable suppliers, particularly those already positioned in the educational or laboratory equipment servicing sectors. Engaging in this contract could help businesses expand their service offerings, enhance their reputation in a valuable sector, and access a stable revenue stream through long-term collaboration with a prominent educational institution. ## Notice The University of Bristol spends a significant amount of money every year on the servicing of laboratory equipment and is committed to obtaining best value for money across all types of equipment. Microbiological Safety Cabinets and other types of LEV are located across the University campus and at other satellite locations, including Langford and Southmead. Statutory testing (TExT) and regular servicing and maintenance of this equipment is vital to ensure that safety standards are maintained. To standardise the service provision and to ensure that all locations are receiving best value for money, we are looking to award a University wide contract for the provision of these services. Please note that there are 2 lots: Lot 1: Provision of Thorough Examination and Testing (TExT), Maintenance and Repair Services for LEV Except Microbiological Safety Cabinets. Lot 2: Provision of Thorough Examination and Testing (TExT), Maintenance and Repair Services for Microbiological Safety Cabinets. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4317718f-b737-4ba4-91cd-c061abf1bfaa | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £816,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 5DS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services ## Release History - 24 Jul 2026 at 10:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4317718f-b737-4ba4-91cd-c061abf1bfaa ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4317718f-b737-4ba4-91cd-c061abf1bfaa 24th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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