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title: "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Electrical Testing to the named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands"
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# Framework Agreement for the Provision of Electrical Testing to the named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03ad6d

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## Summary

The University of the Highlands and Islands has completed a tender process for a Framework Agreement titled "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Electrical Testing to the named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands" within the services category. The agreement includes two lots - Lot 1 for PAT Testing and Lot 2 for Fixed Wire Testing. The tender is now in the Award stage, with JR PAT Testing Limited winning the contract for PAT Testing and PHS Compliance Limited winning the contract for Fixed Wire Testing. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the total value awarded is £134,385. Key dates include the contract signing on the 24th of May 2023 for PAT Testing and on the 31st of May 2023 for Fixed Wire Testing.

This procurement opportunity presents a chance for businesses involved in electrical services to secure contracts with the University of the Highlands and Islands. Companies providing PAT Testing or Fixed Wire Testing services are well-suited to compete for this framework agreement. The tender allows for flexibility, as tenderers can bid for one or both lots based on their capacity and capability to meet the specified requirements. Participation in this agreement can facilitate business growth and collaboration opportunities within the university's academic network.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking to set up a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Electrical Testing to the named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands. The Framework Agreement is split into two (2) Lots. Lot 1 is for PAT Testing and Lot 2 is for Fixed Wire Testing. For the purpose of clarification, the below partners have access to this Framework Agreement. It should be noted that partners have the option to purchase requirements outside of this Framework Agreement and are not obligated to use the Framework Agreement. - UHI Inverness - UHI North Highland - UHI Outer Hebrides - UHI West Highland - Sabhal Mor Ostaig It should be noted that UHI North Highland, UHI Outer Hebrides and UHI West Highland are expected to merge into one institution in the summer of 2023. In the event this merger takes place, the newly formed institution will have access to this Framework Agreement. Each named Academic Partner may join the Framework Agreement at any time during the Framework Agreement, for some this will be when their existing supply Agreements expire; this means that from the beginning of the Framework Agreement, participation may be phased in. Please note that this procurement exercise is split into two (2) Lots: Lot 1 - PAT Testing Lot 2 - Fixed Wire Testing The Authority intends to appoint a maximum of one (1) Contractor to each Lot. Tenderers can tender for one and/or multiple Lots. Tenderers should indicate which Lot(s) they are tendering for in the Single Procurement Document (SPD). Tender responses will be evaluated on a Lot by Lot basis. The Tenderer can tender for one or multiple lots as long as they have the capacity and capability to meet the specification of requirements.

### Lot Information

PAT Testing

Lot 1 is specific to PAT Testing. Additional detail regarding this requirement is contained within the Invitation to Tender document and associated Appendices.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence for an initial term of twenty-four (24) months. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Fixed Wire Testing

Lot 2 is for Fixed Wire Testing. Additional detail regarding this requirement is contained within the Invitation to Tender document and associated Appendices.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence for an initial term of twenty-four (24) months. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015932-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jun 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Apr 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 May 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | March 2025 OR March 2026 OR March 2027 Please note that the timing for a future contract notice with regard to this requirement cannot be determined at this point in time. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £134,385 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS |
| Additional buyers | INVERNESS COLLEGE UHI (ALSO KNOWN AS UHI INVERNESS); LEWS CASTLE COLLEGE; NORTH HIGHLAND COLLEGE (KNOWN AS UHI NORTH HIGHLAND); SABHAL MÒR OSTAIG; WEST HIGHLAND COLLEGE UHI |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 5SQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Eilean á Chèo |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | JR PAT TESTING; PHS COMPLIANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314100 - Electrical services

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2023 at 09:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015932-2023
- 2 Mar 2023 at 08:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006081-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.inverness.uhi.ac.uk
- http://www.lews.uhi.ac.uk/
- http://www.northhighland.ac.uk/
- http://www.smo.uhi.ac.uk
- http://www.uhi.ac.uk
- http://www.whc.uhi.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000724245
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00101
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00454
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00459
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00467
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00471
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA16402
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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