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title: "FMM-23-012 Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment for the Education Authority"
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# FMM-23-012 Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment for the Education Authority

Buyer: THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0426f8

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## Summary

The Education Authority (EA) has initiated a framework agreement for the servicing and repair of grounds maintenance equipment. The framework, titled FMM-23-012, falls under the "Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment" industry category and covers various educational institutions across Northern Ireland, including primary and post-primary schools, further education colleges, and other related bodies. The procurement process is in the Award stage as of 25 November 2024, with key contracts signed by 30 October 2024 for Lot 1 (North locality) valued at £420,000 and by 14 November 2024 for Lot 2 (East locality) valued at £280,000. The selected suppliers include R D Mechanical Services Ltd, Modern Tyres Ltd, A.J. Armstrong & Sons Ltd, and D A Forgie, among others. The framework was established using an open procurement method and allows for the possibility of mini-competitions during its term.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in grounds maintenance services, vehicle and equipment repair, and associated services. With a maximum estimated value of £700,000 and potential for additional mini-competitions, the framework offers continuous business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operating in Northern Ireland. Businesses equipped to provide high-quality, reliable equipment servicing and repair services, especially those committed to delivering social value and sustainability, would be well-suited to engage in this framework. The EA's stringent contract management, monitoring procedures, and emphasis on performance ensure that only proficient contractors will benefit and maintain a reputable service standard throughout the contractual period.

## Notice

FMM-23-012 Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment for the Education Authority

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment for EA's Locality 2 - North

The Education Authority (EA) is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process to award a framework agreement for the Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment. The EA wishes to engage with the market at this stage to establish the level of market interest and to gather information that will be beneficial in the tendering process. Additional information: The date relating to the publication of the contract notice is tentative and may be subject to change. All future tender documentation will be made available via https://etendersni.gov.uk and potential tenderers should register on this website to ensure they have access to tender documentation when the tender is published.

Lot 2 - Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment for EA's Locality 3 - East

The Education Authority (EA) is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process to award a framework agreement for the Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment. The EA wishes to engage with the market at this stage to establish the level of market interest and to gather information that will be beneficial in the tendering process. Additional information: The date relating to the publication of the contract notice is tentative and may be subject to change. All future tender documentation will be made available via https://etendersni.gov.uk and potential tenderers should register on this website to ensure they have access to tender documentation when the tender is published.

Lot 1 - Locality North

FMM-23-012 Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment for the Education Authority. Additional information: The value shown in V.2.4 is the highest value estimated in the following range: PS300,000 to PS420,000, excluding VAT for Lot 1. This value has been calculated on the basis of a four year framework and the upper range includes additional value for contingency for higher demand during the Framework Period, for all Clients. There is no commitment as to the usage volume or value of orders required under this Framework.

Options: Option to undertake mini-competitions during the period of the Framework.

Lot 2 - Locality East

FMM-23-012 Servicing and Repair of Grounds Maintenance Equipment for the Education Authority. Additional information: The value shown in V.2.4 is the highest value estimated in the following range: PS200,000 to PS280,000, excluding VAT for Lot 2. This value has been calculated on the basis of a four year framework and the upper range includes additional value for contingency for higher demand during the Framework Period, for all Clients. There is no commitment as to the usage volume or value of orders required under this Framework.

Options: Option to undertake mini-competitions during the period of the Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038009-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | 8 Feb 2024 |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| Lots value | £700,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £700,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY |
| Additional buyers | EDUCATION AUTHORITY NI |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT1 2NQ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Duncairn |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast North |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | A.J. ARMSTRONG SONS; D A FORGIE; MODERN TYRES; R D MECHANICAL SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 16000000 - Agricultural machinery
- 16160000 - Miscellaneous gardening equipment
- 16310000 - Mowers
- 16311000 - Lawnmowers
- 16800000 - Parts of agricultural and forestry machinery
- 34143000 - Winter-maintenance vehicles
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment
- 50530000 - Repair and maintenance services of machinery
- 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services
- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2024 at 13:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038009-2024
- 3 May 2024 at 14:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014392-2024
- 19 Dec 2023 at 15:09 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037328-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://www.isc.co.uk/
- https://www.librariesni.org.uk/Libraries/
- https://www.nicie.org/parents/school-finder/
- https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/contacts/further-educationfe-colleges

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