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title: "DAERA - AFBI - Provision of Mechanical Services at Hillsborough Farmed Estate (4187725)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-034228"
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# DAERA - AFBI - Provision of Mechanical Services at Hillsborough Farmed Estate (4187725)

Buyer: DAERA - AGRI-FOOD AND BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTE NI AFBI  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-034228

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## Summary

The DAERA - Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute NI (AFBI) is currently seeking bids for a tender titled "Provision of Mechanical Services at Hillsborough Farmed Estate" (ID 4187725). This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on repair and maintenance services, with a contract value of £500,000. The tender is at the Planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 4th July 2022, and the active contract period is anticipated to last for two years, with options to extend for further 12-month periods.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical maintenance services, particularly those experienced in managing vehicles and agricultural equipment. Companies capable of providing timely and efficient service across multiple AFBI sites, including Hillsborough, Crossnacreevy, Loughgall, Newforge Lane, and Stormont, would be well-suited to compete. The open procurement method allows for a broad range of suppliers to participate, fostering an environment for growth and collaboration within the local industry.

## Notice

AFBI requires a Mechanical Maintenance Service to cover a wide range of Vehicles, Agricultural Equipment and Plant. The main work area is situated at AFBI-Hillsborough, however, emergency work may be required on other AFBI sites at Crossnacreevy, Loughgall, Newforge Lane and Stormont. All work schedules will be allocated and supervised by AFBI's on-site Farm Maintenance Manager or in their absence the Farm Manager or Deputy Farm Manager. An indoor work area will be made available at the AFBI-Hillsborough site.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

AFBI requires a Mechanical Maintenance Service to cover a wide range of Vehicles, Agricultural Equipment and Plant. The main work area is situated at AFBI-Hillsborough, however, emergency work may be required on other AFBI sites at Crossnacreevy, Loughgall, Newforge Lane and Stormont. All work schedules will be allocated and supervised by AFBI's on-site Farm Maintenance Manager or in their absence the Farm Manager or Deputy Farm Manager. An indoor work area will be made available at the AFBI-Hillsborough site.

Options: Two (2) years, with two (2) options to extend the contract for further periods of up to 12 months each.

Renewal: It is anticipated this contract will be re-tendered at the end of the initial contract period or the optional extensions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015234-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DAERA - AGRI-FOOD AND BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTE NI AFBI |
| Locality | HILLSBOROUGH |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT26 6DR |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Local authority | Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Electoral ward | Hillsborough |
| Westminster constituency | Lagan Valley |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment
- 50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment
- 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 31 May 2022 at 14:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015234-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

## Provenance

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