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title: "Lift Modernisation at Wessex Lane Halls, University of Southampton"
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# Lift Modernisation at Wessex Lane Halls, University of Southampton

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd98c1fc-b4ef-4e21-b66f-43628b7d5075

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## Summary

The University of Southampton, located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, completed the procurement process for the modernisation of a lift at Wessex Lane Halls. This project, titled "Lift Modernisation at Wessex Lane Halls, University of Southampton," falls under the industry category of lift installation work (CPV 45313100). The procurement process was conducted through a limited method involving competitive quotations below the threshold, and the tender period concluded on 31 January 2025. With the procurement stage now past the award phase, the contract was awarded to Guideline Lift Services Limited for a value of £138,925, starting on 5 March 2025 and ending on 18 September 2025.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses looking to expand within the field of lift installation and modernisation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in such projects due to the nature of competitive quotations aimed at below-threshold procurement. Companies specialising in lift maintenance and upgrades, especially those familiar with compliance standards like EN81:70, would find this procurement process beneficial for growth. Working with prestigious institutions like the University of Southampton can also bolster a company's portfolio and reputation in the industry.

## Notice

The University of Southampton conducted a competitive procurement exercise for the modernisation of one lift within the premises of Building 76X, University of Southampton, Wessex Lane Halls Complex, Southampton, SO18 2NU. The lift is located within a residential university premises and is now some 19 years old and in need of modernisation. It is also intended to upgrade features to comply with EN81:70. The Lift Contractor is requested to assume responsibility of Principal Contractor for the lift works. The University of Southampton is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and therefore its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Advertisement of any opportunity or contract on Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc6753f2-0d1c-4160-8d84-90de7bb58bb1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Mar 2025 - 18 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £138,925 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £138,925 |
| 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 SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GUIDELINE LIFT SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45313100 - Lift installation work

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2025 at 09:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc6753f2-0d1c-4160-8d84-90de7bb58bb1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc6753f2-0d1c-4160-8d84-90de7bb58bb1
  14th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.southampton.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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