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title: "Asset Validation, Compliance Testing Services and the Network Check of Natural Gas Systems"
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# Asset Validation, Compliance Testing Services and the Network Check of Natural Gas Systems

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c29c7f31-8d0f-4889-a04f-f653f924524b

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## Summary

The University of Leicester is seeking tenders for the provision of Asset Validation and Compliance Testing Services for Natural Gas Systems. This open procurement process is classified under the CPV code 50700000, focusing on repair and maintenance services of building installations. The tender period closed on 15 November 2017, and the awarded contract, valued at £500,000, commenced on 1 January 2018 and will last for 12 months with an option for four annual extensions. The services will be delivered in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for service providers in the fields of asset management and compliance testing, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Businesses that specialise in the repair and maintenance of gas installations or have extensive experience with safety compliance in the energy sector would be particularly well-suited to participate. The competitive nature of the tender process encourages innovation and efficiency, presenting a pathway for contractors looking to expand their portfolio in the utilities sector.

## Notice

the Employer is seeking competitive Tenders ("Tenders") from suitably qualified contractors ("Contractors") in response to this Invitation to Tender ("ITT") with a view to awarding a Contract to one contractor for the asset validation and compliance validation of this equipment. For the avoidance of doubt the range of equipment to be included within this contract shall include, but not be limited to, the following items. *The entire natural gas pipework system from the main gas shipper incoming supply meter up to every appliance or outlet terminal. *Where there is any shipper pipework BEFORE the incoming meter within any building then include this pipework as if owned by the University. *Include all pipeline assemblies, brackets and components including valves, meters, filters, regulators etc. The contract will begin on 1 November 2017 for a 12 month period, with an option to extend annually for a further 4 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e8b4ec8-c968-4f52-a755-da0897275b45 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2018 - 31 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 7RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TECHNICAL ASSET MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2017 at 15:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e8b4ec8-c968-4f52-a755-da0897275b45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e8b4ec8-c968-4f52-a755-da0897275b45
  19th November 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=288376772
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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