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title: "PAT Testing"
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# PAT Testing

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-94f9185c-3c7e-4022-853b-bf9b3db80453

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has completed the procurement process for its Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) services, with the award being published on 26th February 2026. This procurement was conducted under the NWUPC Framework, specifically referenced as EFM3141 NW LOT 3, through a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, awarded to Calbarrie Ltd, covers various locations across the University's estate in Worcester, England, under the industry category of technical inspection and testing services (CPV: 71630000). The contract period spans from 4th February 2025 to 4th February 2027, with the final tender period ending on 5th August 2024. Jonathan Inston serves as the main contact point for the University, which acts as the buyer in this process.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Calbarrie Ltd, which has been identified as the suitable supplier. Businesses with expertise in technical inspection and testing services stand to benefit considerably from similar procurement opportunities. The contract, valued at £110,000, underscores the potential for SMEs to engage with larger institutions such as universities, providing a stable revenue stream and the possibility of establishing long-term relationships within the public sector. Enterprises looking to expand within this industry will find the framework agreement to be a beneficial avenue for accessing and participating in selective procurement processes.

## Notice

Using the NWUPC Framework for Portable Appliance Testing reference EFM3141 NW LOT 3, The University of Worcester is seeking to appoint an approved supplier to provide PAT testing at various locations across the University Estate.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/100e5f50-56d9-40f6-b086-714691ae8553 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Feb 2025 - 4 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £110,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR2 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | St Clement |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 12:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/100e5f50-56d9-40f6-b086-714691ae8553

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/100e5f50-56d9-40f6-b086-714691ae8553
  26th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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