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title: "Mechanical Works Framework"
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# Mechanical Works Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e853f59f-6c1b-44ef-a460-616938444721

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is initiating a tender for a "Mechanical Works Framework" to support a range of general mechanical services such as repairs, maintenance, refurbishments, and installations within their estate. This procurement falls under the construction work category and is valued at £12.8 million. The tender period is set to close on 3rd March 2022, with contracts expected to commence from 2nd May 2022 and extend until 1st May 2026. The procurement method is open, allowing for a broad participation, and this particular notice addresses Lots 2, 3, and 4, with subsequent plans to invite tenders for Lot 1 shortly.

This project presents significant opportunities for various businesses, especially those in the mechanical engineering and construction sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the structure of the framework is designed to accommodate a diverse range of suppliers. Companies that can offer competitive rates for planned and emergency mechanical works will be particularly well-positioned to benefit from this tender's multiple lot divisions, enabling tailored proposals that meet the University of Bristol's extensive mechanical service needs.

## Notice

Mechanical framework is to deliver a wide range of general mechanical service works such as repairs, maintenance, refurbishments and installations projects to the University Estate. The mechanical framework will be split into four (4) lots, each chosen to cover the varied emergency and planned works identified by UoB Campus Division and to match the type of works with experienced suppliers. Lot 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed6323e2-3b21-41e7-84eb-63fafed54426 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 May 2022 - 1 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,800,000 |
| 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 BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS8 1QU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 31 Jan 2022 at 12:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed6323e2-3b21-41e7-84eb-63fafed54426

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed6323e2-3b21-41e7-84eb-63fafed54426
  31st January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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