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title: "Drainage maintenance and repair"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF READING"
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# Drainage maintenance and repair

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF READING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ca0a0354-5450-413e-866e-3a992658cda8

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## Summary

The University of Reading is currently conducting a tender for 'Drainage maintenance and repair' services, aimed at ensuring the upkeep of its existing drainage systems. This procurement falls under the category of repair and maintenance services and is valued between £400,000 and £500,000. The tender is active and is being carried out via a selective procurement method, specifically through a restricted procedure above the threshold. Interested parties should note that the deadline for submission of bids is 12th March 2021, and the contract period is scheduled to commence on 1st June 2021, lasting until 31st May 2027. The location for the service delivery is primarily within Reading, UK, with a postal code of RG6 6AB.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in drainage maintenance and repair, particularly those that can offer both reactive and planned maintenance services. Given that the University of Reading is seeking cost-effective solutions, businesses that focus on efficiency and have a strong track record in similar contracts will be well-positioned to compete. This contract could not only facilitate business growth but also establish long-term relationships with a reputable educational institution.

## Notice

The University of Reading (UoR) requires a cost effective service to maintain an existing drainage system, comprised of foul and surface water pipe networks including treatment units. The service will include a reactive element in response to failures of the drainage system and a planned element following a pre-defined schedule. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/939c48bb-e0da-48cd-ae72-ae2e7b64ddac |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2021 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 READING |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG6 6AB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Wokingham |
| Electoral ward | Maiden Erlegh & Whitegates |
| Westminster constituency | Earley and Woodley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2021 at 17:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/939c48bb-e0da-48cd-ae72-ae2e7b64ddac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/939c48bb-e0da-48cd-ae72-ae2e7b64ddac
  9th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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