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title: "Portable Appliance Testing Contract"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-478d7256-5375-4408-87b4-ecb8a7f5612d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINERVA LEARNING TRUST"
published: "2020-10-05"
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# Portable Appliance Testing Contract

Buyer: MINERVA LEARNING TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-478d7256-5375-4408-87b4-ecb8a7f5612d

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## Summary

The Minerva Learning Trust is seeking a contractor for their Portable Appliance Testing Contract, which encompasses the testing of approximately 25,000 items across five schools located in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. This procurement process is currently in the Award stage, with the initial contract set to commence on 15 October 2020 and concluding on 30 August 2021, though there is an option to extend it for an additional two years. Interested suppliers were required to submit their bids by 28 September 2020 through a competitive quotation procurement method, which is below the threshold.

This opportunity presents significant potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in provision of electrical and mechanical building maintenance services. Companies with relevant experience in similar projects or services are particularly suited to compete for this contract, as it aims to enhance compliance with safety regulations in numerous educational establishments. Engaging in this procurement could help qualified businesses establish valuable relationships with a reputable educational trust and expand their market presence within the region.

## Notice

Minerva Learning Trust are looking to appoint a single contractor to carry out the Portable Appliance Testing across all of its schools. An estimated 25,000 items across 5 sites. Initially a 1 year contract with an option to extend for a further 2 years. If you would like to bid for this contract please complete the RFQ (link provided) and the Assurance statement. Additional information: Please complete the linked document for your BID. The statement of assurances must also be signed and returned to propcurement@minervalearningtrust.co.uk Any queries please contact the procurement team at procurement@minervalearningtrust.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1072bcb1-3216-4d27-8588-45c1a02b2542 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | 28 Sep 2020 |
| Award date | 4 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 11 Oct 2020 - 31 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINERVA LEARNING TRUST |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S36 1FD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Stocksbridge and Upper Don |
| Westminster constituency | Penistone and Stocksbridge |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PATMAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations
- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2020 at 08:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1072bcb1-3216-4d27-8588-45c1a02b2542
- 15 Sep 2020 at 14:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2e068f3-0525-4950-8e3b-271ee140ac7a
- 2 Sep 2020 at 16:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2e068f3-0525-4950-8e3b-271ee140ac7a
- 1 Sep 2020 at 08:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2e068f3-0525-4950-8e3b-271ee140ac7a
- 1 Sep 2020 at 08:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2e068f3-0525-4950-8e3b-271ee140ac7a
- 30 Aug 2020 at 12:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2e068f3-0525-4950-8e3b-271ee140ac7a
- 30 Aug 2020 at 12:39 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8620655-0393-4ca1-a853-0128c8cd2113
- 26 Aug 2020 at 13:00 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8620655-0393-4ca1-a853-0128c8cd2113
- 26 Aug 2020 at 12:55 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8620655-0393-4ca1-a853-0128c8cd2113
- 26 Aug 2020 at 12:49 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8620655-0393-4ca1-a853-0128c8cd2113
- 26 Aug 2020 at 12:45 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8620655-0393-4ca1-a853-0128c8cd2113
- 26 Aug 2020 at 12:44 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8620655-0393-4ca1-a853-0128c8cd2113
- 25 Aug 2020 at 16:21 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8620655-0393-4ca1-a853-0128c8cd2113

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1072bcb1-3216-4d27-8588-45c1a02b2542
  5th October 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2e068f3-0525-4950-8e3b-271ee140ac7a
  15th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8620655-0393-4ca1-a853-0128c8cd2113
  30th August 2020 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aa08b617-6db3-4b10-b7aa-683dd1a58ca0
  PAT Specification MLT-PAT-2020-1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/38ea4adb-c192-4f81-8acb-bbbb00a6d106
  T&C's MLT-PAT-2020-01
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1c0af2a1-22a6-429b-8722-93b39c8fed39
  PAT School Guide
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/60ff8e77-6332-4350-99cb-1ca7dd0de8b4
  Assurance Statement
- https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=SskizAXdVEW0rNKHneOOtPh1sbDYpyBEixzB1aAUnw9UNzFVQ0gyU1RNQ1U3UktGNU9EVjFKR1QyTi4u
  RFQ Template
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/87d75ddb-60e0-47b0-a108-af74effd1203
  FAQ Update
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/57a973d9-ed39-4cb9-b091-4047bf5b37d3
  FAQ Update 15th September 2020

## Notice URLs

- https://minervalearningtrust.co.uk/

## Provenance

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