--- title: "Fall Arrest Systems Inspection & Testing" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-559e49c7-7fbf-420c-a9bc-87d9cf955ccf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-559e49c7-7fbf-420c-a9bc-87d9cf955ccf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-559e49c7-7fbf-420c-a9bc-87d9cf955ccf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-559e49c7-7fbf-420c-a9bc-87d9cf955ccf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER" published: "2019-07-12" --- # Fall Arrest Systems Inspection & Testing Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-559e49c7-7fbf-420c-a9bc-87d9cf955ccf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-559e49c7-7fbf-420c-a9bc-87d9cf955ccf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-559e49c7-7fbf-420c-a9bc-87d9cf955ccf.json) ## Summary The University of Lancaster is seeking tenders for the inspection and testing of fall arrest systems through the procurement process titled "Fall Arrest Systems Inspection & Testing." This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on safety equipment, and is located in the North West region of England. The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender period ending on 7th August 2019, and the contract period commencing from 20th August 2019 and lasting for four years, with the potential for an additional year. The estimated value of the contract is £20,000, and the procurement method is open, classified as below threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in safety equipment and inspection services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they may hold the relevant capabilities to deliver inspection, testing, and maintenance services. Winning this contract could enhance a business's portfolio, establish long-term relationships with a reputable educational institution, and provide a steady stream of work through a four-year engagement. ## Notice Lancaster University currently has approximately 50 No. rigid anchor lines, or "man-safe" fall arrest systems, located on approximately 19 No. buildings which are all on our Bailrigg campus. A further 6 or 7 anchor lines, totalling some 530 linear metres is also being installed on a new building on campus, which comes live in the Spring of 2020. Further to the above, the University also has approximately 47 No. fixed anchor points on approximately 5 No. buildings, again all on the Bailrigg campus. This tender is for the testing, inspection and certification of these rigid anchor lines and anchor points, for a period of 4 years (+ 1 year). 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In-Tend Support: Phone: 0845 557 8079 E-mail:support@in-tend.com Web : https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60292229-b2e1-45db-8e99-1e50223ca300 | | 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 | 12 Jul 2019 | | Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Aug 2019 - 19 Aug 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000 | | 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 LANCASTER | | Locality | LANCASTER | | Post town | Lancaster | | Postcode | LA1 4YW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre | | Local authority | Lancaster | | Electoral ward | University | | Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 35113000 - Safety equipment - 44112400 - Roof - 45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services - 71317200 - Health and safety services ## Release History - 12 Jul 2019 at 13:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60292229-b2e1-45db-8e99-1e50223ca300 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60292229-b2e1-45db-8e99-1e50223ca300 12th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home In-Tend ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help - https://intendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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