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title: "Estates Minor Works Framework (Maintenance Framework)"
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# Estates Minor Works Framework (Maintenance Framework)

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0401a9

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## Summary

Cardiff University has completed the procurement process for the "Estates Minor Works Framework," covering maintenance work involving the University's varied property portfolio across mechanical, electrical, and fabric disciplines. The framework was divided into four lots: Mechanical, Electrical, Fabric, and Combined Works, each valued between £10,000 and £200,000. The process employed an open procurement method. The engagement phase included a supplier day on 16 October 2023, with the deadline for registering interest being 12 October 2023. Located in Cardiff, the project aims at maintenance across the University's premises, summarily enhancing the fabric and infrastructure through planned works packages. The completion of this framework signifies a key milestone in Cardiff University's strategic maintenance programme.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for contractors specialising in the fields of mechanical, electrical, and fabric maintenance, with a potential total contract value of £6,000,000. Well-suited businesses are those with proven capabilities in construction and building maintenance across various trade disciplines, and those able to provide high-quality work while conforming to budget constraints. The requirement for assuming the role of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor for combined works highlights opportunities for firms experienced in managing multifaceted projects. Businesses could benefit from the recurring nature of such contracts, offering prospects for long-term engagement with Cardiff University through the framework agreement's potential renewals.

## Notice

Cardiff University is looking to establish multiple Contractors Frameworks covering Projects and Minor Works. These will be multi Lot, multiple supplier frameworks for both 'Estates Contractors' and 'Estates Minor Works'. This notice refers to the Estates Minor Works Framework. The University has a diverse property portfolio ranging in age with a mixture of in-house and external contractors currently undertaking reactive and minor works maintenance activities across the Fabric, Mechanical & Electrical trade disciplines. The University is looking to rationalise the workload by setting up a Minor Works Framework to supplement their in-house team to undertake this work. Suppliers will be commissioned to undertake planned "Minor Work" packages on behalf of the Estates & Campus Facilities Teams and the lotting structure is expected to be: Lot 1 - Mechanical GBP10,000 - GBP200,000 3 Contractors (1 reserve) Lot 2 - Electrical GBP10,000 - GBP200,000 3 Contractors (1 reserve) Lot 3 - Fabric GBP10,000 - GBP200,000 3 Contractors (1 reserve) Lot 4 - Combined Works (all disciplines above) GBP10,000 - GBP200,000 3 Contractors (1 reserve) Where multi-trade (Combined) works are delivered the contractor will assume the role of Principle Designer & Principle Contractor under the CDM Regulations. The University reserves the right to award work to other contractors should specialist trade circumstances so dictate or should performance of the selected contractor not meet the required standards. In addition, the maintenance services required may fall within a "specialist area", where the University retains the right to award works outside of the Contractors Framework. The works may be in any location in around Cardiff University premises. See link below. https://intranet.cardiff.ac.uk/staff/about-us/finding-your-way-around/map The University are hosting an in-person only, supplier and sector engagement day on Monday 16 October 2023, (09:30 - 11:00). The objectives for the day are; a. Allow the University to provide clarity on the requirements of each Framework and Lots within it as well as how it aligns to the Estates future strategy. b. Gauge and generate interest around the contract opportunities and assess the suppliers ability to support the indicative timelines c. Obtain feedback and answer any questions on the requirement as currently defined. d. Provide an opportunity for suppliers to raise and concerns they may have. In order to register your attendance and for more information please register your interest against the opportunity via Cardiff University e-tendering portal: In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/ Suppliers interested in attending the supplier day must send an expression of interest via the In-Tend Portal. Once registered please complete the registration form and return via the correspondence function within the system. Suppliers will be limited to 2 attendees per Lot. The deadline for registering attendance at the event is Thursday 12 October 2023 at 1700h (5pm). The University reserves the right to reject an application to attend sent after this time. All presentation documentation, questions and answers will be published against the opportunity on the Portal following the event. This PIN is not a call for competition.

### Lot Information

Mechanical

Lot 1 - Mechanical Works valued between GBP10,000.00 - GBP200,000.00 The maintenance and work packages may include, but are not limited to: Mechanical - Air Conditioning Systems - Fire Safety Systems - Gas Systems - LEVs (Local Exhaust Ventilation systems) - Lifts, Lifting and Access Equipment - Oil Storage or Petroleum (POL) Systems - PSSR (Pressure Systems) - Water Hygiene Systems In order to register your attendance and for more information please register your interest against the opportunity via Cardiff University e-tendering portal: In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/ Suppliers interested in attending the supplier day must send an expression of interest via the In-Tend Portal. Once registered please complete the registration form and return via the correspondence function within the system. Suppliers will be limited to 2 attendees per Lot. The deadline for registering attendance at the event is Thursday 12 October 2023 at 1700h (5pm). The University reserves the right to reject an application to attend sent after this time.

Renewal: 1 x Calendar year

Electrical

Lot 2 - Electrical Works valued between GBP10,000.00 - GBP200,000.00 The maintenance and work packages may include, but are not limited to: Electrical - Automatic Doors (sliding, revolving and overhead) - Automatic fuel shut off systems - Battery Installations (Central Batteries / UPS) - Electrical Systems - High Voltage - Electrical Systems - Low Voltage Electrical systems - Emergency lighting - Fire Safety Systems - Gates & Barriers - Generators - Lightning protection - Microwave Emissions Testing - Security Systems In order to register your attendance and for more information please register your interest against the opportunity via Cardiff University e-tendering portal: In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/ Suppliers interested in attending the supplier day must send an expression of interest via the In-Tend Portal. Once registered please complete the registration form and return via the correspondence function within the system. Suppliers will be limited to 2 attendees per Lot. The deadline for registering attendance at the event is Thursday 12 October 2023 at 1700h (5pm). The University reserves the right to reject an application to attend sent after this time.

Renewal: 1 x Calendar year

Fabric

Lot 3 - Fabric Works valued between GBP10,000.00 - GBP200,000.00 The maintenance and work packages may include, but are not limited to: - General Building repairs, to include brickwork, paving, fencing, plastering, painting and decorating, gutters and rain water pipes - Internal elements, partitions, finishes and repairs - Internal redecoration and small refurbishments - Internal repairs and associated works to lecture theatres, offices, residential accommodation and laboratories, some of which may be of historic in nature and require listed building consents - External redecoration - Passive fire safety works packages such as fire door replacement and LPS1531 fire stopping - Door furniture replacement including locks and keys - Roof and gutter clearance - Roof repairs to flat and pitched roof coverings and structures, roof access, walkways, fixed ladders and roof equipment such as aerials, masts, clocks and other such features - Assistance with flood in buildings and any subsequent repair works packages - External roadways, pavements, and car park areas - External drainage works and clearances, above and below ground - External wall, brickwork, cladding materials, downpipes and similar repairs and redecoration - Soil pipes and waste pipes - Carpentry and joinery - Internal blinds - Glazing replacement - Provision of MEWP and working platforms In order to register your attendance and for more information please register your interest against the opportunity via Cardiff University e-tendering portal: In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/ Suppliers interested in attending the supplier day must send an expression of interest via the In-Tend Portal. Once registered please complete the registration form and return via the correspondence function within the system. Suppliers will be limited to 2 attendees per Lot. The deadline for registering attendance at the event is Thursday 12 October 2023 at 1700h (5pm). The University reserves the right to reject an application to attend sent after this time.

Renewal: 1 x Calendar year

Multi-Trade (Combined)

Lot 4 - Multi-Trade (Combined) Works valued between GBP10,000.00 - GBP200,000.00 The maintenance and work packages may include, but are not limited to: - Office refurbishments - Laboratory refurbishments - Mechanical, Electrical or Fabric projects where 25+% of the works required fall within a second or third trade discipline. Where multi-trade (Combined) works are delivered the contractor will assume the role of Principle Designer & Principle Contractor under the CDM Regulations. In order to register your attendance and for more information please register your interest against the opportunity via Cardiff University e-tendering portal: In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/ Suppliers interested in attending the supplier day must send an expression of interest via the In-Tend Portal. Once registered please complete the registration form and return via the correspondence function within the system. Suppliers will be limited to 2 attendees per Lot. The deadline for registering attendance at the event is Thursday 12 October 2023 at 1700h (5pm). The University reserves the right to reject an application to attend sent after this time.

Renewal: 1 x Calendar year

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031342-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | 10 Nov 2023 |
| Award date | 22 May 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 2026 or if option to extend is utilised 2027 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,500,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF24 0DE |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Adamsdown |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff East |
| Delivery location | TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 12 |
| Supplier names | 2D BUILDING CONTRACTORS; A J CREWS; ARC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS; ASW PROPERTY SERVICES; GIBSON SPECIALIST TECHNICAL SERVICES; K S BARRY (PLUMBING & HEATING; LLOYD ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS; LORNE STEWART; PAUL BAKER CONSTRUCTION; R&M WILLIAMS; SOLVIT (WALES; TSF CONTRACTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 42416100 - Lifts
- 44221200 - Doors
- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45255120 - Platforms facilities construction work
- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work
- 45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works
- 45400000 - Building completion work
- 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2026 at 10:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031342-2026
- 15 Nov 2023 at 13:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033768-2023
- 18 Sep 2023 at 14:13 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027508-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/aspx/Home
- https://intranet.cardiff.ac.uk/staff/about-us/finding-your-way-around/map
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0258

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