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title: "GB-Colchester: T642 Mechanical and Electrical Framework for The University Of Essex"
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# GB-Colchester: T642 Mechanical and Electrical Framework for The University Of Essex

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4af6d8a8-5312-4798-9370-340d8528f31a

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## Summary

The University of Essex is seeking expressions of interest for its "Mechanical and Electrical Framework" tender, aimed at enhancing its estate infrastructure over the next 2 to 3 years. Located in Colchester, this procurement process falls under the 'works' main category, with an estimated total value of £3.3 million. The tender period has already concluded, with the contract set to run from 1st January 2018 to 31st December 2019, including a possible one-year extension. The procurement method employed is a selective approach, specifically a restricted procedure, targeting qualified contractors to deliver mechanical and electrical minor works and services.

This framework presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in mechanical and electrical services. Businesses that are able to meet the accreditation requirements—such as the Water Industry Approved Plumbers Scheme and Gas Safe Registration—will be well-suited to compete for the two lots available: one focused on mechanical works and the other on electrical services. With an estimated maximum annual value of £500,000 for mechanical works and £600,000 for electrical works, participating contractors can expect a steady flow of projects requiring urgent repairs, maintenance, and minor refurbishments, thus fostering potential for business growth.

## Notice

Over the coming 2 to 3 years, the University of Essex is investing in our estate infrastructure to ensure that our buildings operate safely, resiliently and efficiently for our students, staff and visitors. The University requests expressions of interest from suitably qualified, accredited and experienced contractors to participate in a tender exercise for the creation of a procurement framework under which works and services will be sourced. The framework period will be for 2 years, plus an option to extend for a further 12 months with a total maximum estimated value of PS3.3m, if the extension option is exercised. The successful Contractors will be required to provide comprehensive Mechanical and Electrical minor works and services capability, delivering works and services included within National Schedule of Rates 2016/17, as detailed in the draft tender specification. Please see below a summary of the framework Lots and requirements: Bidders may apply for single Lots or both Lots. LOT 1 - Mechanical and Associated Electrical Minor Works and Reactive Services Estimated Maximum Annual Value: PS500,000 This lot will consist of 3 contractors delivering works and services up to a maximum value of approximately PS100,000 GBP for any single requirement. These works and services will consist of; Small Mechanical and Associated Electrical Works Projects. Mechanical and Associated Electrical works as part of minor refurbishments. Mechanical and Associated Electrical maintenance. Urgent Mechanical and Associated Electrical works and repairs. Minimum staff/subcontractor accreditation requirements are: a)the Water Industry Approved Plumbers Scheme (UK) WIAPS, or equivalent, and meet the requirements of The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999. b)Gas Safe Registered https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/ c)Electrical works and services = Staff must be accredited to NICEIC, or equivalent. See http://www.niceic.com/ LOT 2 - Electrical Minor Works and Reactive Services Estimated Maximum Annual Value: PS600,000 This lot will consist of 3 contractors delivering works and services up to a maximum value of approximately PS100,000 GBP for any single requirement. These works and services will consist of; Small Electrical Projects. Electrical Works as part of minor refurbishments. Electrical Repair and Maintenance Urgent Electrical Works and Repairs Minimum staff/subcontractor accreditation requirements are: a)Electrical works and services = Staff must be accredited to NICEIC, or equivalent. See http://www.niceic.com/ See full advert attached. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5ea287c-1596-4429-ab58-5ee81fe3afe8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SSE CONTRACTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 22 Feb 2018 at 11:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5ea287c-1596-4429-ab58-5ee81fe3afe8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5ea287c-1596-4429-ab58-5ee81fe3afe8
  22nd February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=304069272
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.niceic.com/
- https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/

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