--- title: "Tender for the Provision of Periodic Electrical Testing Services at the University of Birmingham" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cc64c631-5799-4cc0-b395-78510e40a289" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cc64c631-5799-4cc0-b395-78510e40a289" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cc64c631-5799-4cc0-b395-78510e40a289.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cc64c631-5799-4cc0-b395-78510e40a289.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2022-07-21" --- # Tender for the Provision of Periodic Electrical Testing Services at the University of Birmingham Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cc64c631-5799-4cc0-b395-78510e40a289 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cc64c631-5799-4cc0-b395-78510e40a289) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cc64c631-5799-4cc0-b395-78510e40a289.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is currently initiating a tender for the Provision of Periodic Electrical Testing Services (Tender ID: FRAM029/22) as part of its plans to establish a long-term contract. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically electrical services, with a procurement method classified as selective, following a restricted procedure. The tender period closes on 18 August 2022 at 12 noon, and the contract is set to commence on 1 November 2022, with a potential duration of four years, extendable up to a maximum of six years. The primary location for this procurement is Edgbaston, Birmingham (B15 2TT). This tender presents significant business opportunities for contractors specialising in electrical services, particularly those experienced in periodic testing and compliance with BS7671:2018 standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they may offer competitive services suited to the University's requirements, including the preparation of quotations for any remedial works needed following testing. This is a valuable chance for qualified businesses to secure a long-term relationship with a reputable academic institution, enhancing their portfolio and driving growth. ## Notice The University of Birmingham (referred to as the "Employer" for the purposes of consistency) wishes to enter into a long-term contract (the "Contract") for Periodic Electrical Testing Services. Accordingly 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 a single Contractor for the provision of Periodic Electrical Testing Services. The term of the Contract shall be for a period of 4 years with options to extend, subject to performance and price review and the agreement of the Employer and the Contractor ("the Parties") and notwithstanding prior termination, by two (2) additional one (1) year periods, to a maximum period of six (6) years. The University's requirements will include the following: - Lot 1 - Periodic electrical testing to comply with BS7671:2018 [as amended] - Quotation for remedial work required following testing. - All documentation available in both electronic and hard copy. Additional information: KEY INFORMATION FOR TENDERERS All main correspondence should go via the University's In-Tend website. Your tender documents and information must be submitted via In-Tend by the date and time specified; www.intendhost.com/universityofbirmingham. All requests for information will be by on-line questionnaires which are "pre-loaded" onto the In-Tend system. If you are requested to submit separate documents please follow the instructions provided on In-Tend ideally in PDF format unless otherwise requested. In-Tend will maintain an auditable copy of any document uploaded by bidders. Key information for this tender is highlighted below: Wednesday 18th August 2022 Tender return time 12 noon Last date for clarification questions Wednesday 11th August 2022 Standstill Period Minimum 10 Days Procurement officer Rachel Price ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aeeeabf1-2737-4460-be50-27240f74ac7f | | 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 | 21 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2022 - 25 Sep 2026 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71314100 - Electrical services ## Release History - 21 Jul 2022 at 15:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aeeeabf1-2737-4460-be50-27240f74ac7f - 19 Jul 2022 at 16:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aeeeabf1-2737-4460-be50-27240f74ac7f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aeeeabf1-2737-4460-be50-27240f74ac7f 21st July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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