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title: "Brighter Places - Gas and Electric Servicing, Breakdown and Compliance Contracts"
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# Brighter Places - Gas and Electric Servicing, Breakdown and Compliance Contracts

Buyer: BRIGHTER PLACES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04724a

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## Summary

Brighter Places, a public law body based in Bristol, sought suppliers for its Gas and Electric Servicing, Breakdown, and Compliance Contracts, intended to service approximately 3,600 properties in Bristol and surrounding areas. The procurement process was conducted using a restricted procedure comprising two stages: a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) and Invitation to Tender (ITT). The contracts were divided into two lots, with a provision that a contractor could only win one lot. The tender aimed for a 15-year engagement, with an initial 10-year period and an optional 5-year extension. The procurement decision was made by January 13, 2025, with Sure Maintenance Ltd awarded Lot 1, focused on gas servicing and boiler installations. However, Lot 2, concerning electric testing and fire safety, was discontinued as bids received were deemed unaffordable.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services of central heating and electrical installations. The contract's extensive duration ensures a stable and ongoing partnership, valuable for businesses looking to establish a long-term presence. Companies with expertise in gas and electric servicing, particularly those that can ensure compliance with technical and quality standards, are well-suited to compete. Additionally, the emphasis on collaborative working practices and best practice delivery can provide a platform for innovative service providers to demonstrate their capabilities and solidify their market position in the public housing sector.

## Notice

Brighter Places sought expressions of interest from suitably skilled and experienced Suppliers to deliver Gas and Electric servicing and remedial works across its stock in Bristol and the surrounding areas, consisting of approximately 3,600 properties. The contract was split into two lots, with contractors able to bid for both, but only win one lot. The Contract will be for a total of 15 years, with an initial period of 10 years, followed by a potential 5 year extension. The Contract sought to offer the benefits of best practice in contract delivery and collaborative working practices for Brighter Places. Brighter Places followed a restricted procedure, comprising of two stages: an SQ and an ITT. Following evaluation of ITT's, Brighter Places intended to award to a single contractor per lot. Full details of the requirements and instructions were included in the procurement and tender documents.

### Lot Information

Brighter Places - Gas Servicing and Boiler Installations

Brighter Places sought expressions of interest from suitably skilled and experienced Suppliers to deliver Gas and Electric servicing and remedial works across its stock in Bristol and the surrounding areas, consisting of approximately 3,600 properties. The contract was split into two lots, with contractors able to bid for both, but only win one lot. The Contract will be for a total of 15 years, with an initial period of 10 years, followed by a potential 5 year extension. The Contract sought to offer the benefits of best practice in contract delivery and collaborative working practices for Brighter Places Brighter Places followed a restricted procedure, comprising of two stages: an SQ and an ITT. Following evaluation of ITTs, Brighter Places intended to award to a single contractor per lot. Full details of the requirements and instructions were included in the procurement and tender documents. Additional information: Prospective bidders noted that TUPE will apply to the contract; prospective bidders were advised to seek their own independent advice about the implications of TUPE.

Renewal: The initial contract term will be for 10 years, with the option to extend for a further 5 years.

Brighter Places - Electric Testing, Fire Safety and Remedial Works

Brighter Places sought expressions of interest from suitably skilled and experienced Suppliers to deliver Gas and Electric servicing and remedial works across its stock in Bristol and the surrounding areas, consisting of approximately 3,600 properties. The contract was split into two lots, with contractors able to bid for both, but only win one lot. The Contract will be for a total of 15 years, with an initial period of 10 years, followed by a potential 5 year extension. The Contract sought to offer the benefits of best practice in contract delivery and collaborative working practices for Brighter Places Brighter Places followed a restricted procedure, comprising of two stages: an SQ and an ITT. Following evaluation of ITTs, Brighter Places intended to award to a single contractor per lot. Full details of the requirements and instructions were included in the procurement and tender documents. Additional information: Prospective bidders noted that TUPE will apply to the contract; prospective bidders were advised to seek their own independent advice about the implications of TUPE.

Renewal: The initial contract term will be for 10 years, with the option to extend for a further 5 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000997-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,937,745 |
| Lots value | £10,937,737 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £7,462,737 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRIGHTER PLACES |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS5 6XX |
| 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 | Lockleaze |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol North East |
| Delivery location | TLK11 Bristol, City of |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SURE MAINTENANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy
- 09323000 - District heating
- 09330000 - Solar energy
- 31625100 - Fire-detection systems
- 31625200 - Fire-alarm systems
- 39715200 - Heating equipment
- 39715210 - Central-heating equipment
- 39721000 - Domestic cooking or heating equipment
- 42131110 - Central-heating radiator valves
- 42511110 - Heat pumps
- 42515000 - District heating boiler
- 44115200 - Plumbing and heating materials
- 44115220 - Heating materials
- 44621110 - Central-heating radiators
- 44621111 - Non-electrically-heated central-heating radiators
- 44621220 - Central-heating boilers
- 44621221 - Parts of central-heating boilers
- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses
- 45211100 - Construction work for houses
- 45232141 - Heating works
- 45251200 - Heating plant construction work
- 45251250 - District-heating plant construction work
- 45259300 - Heating-plant repair and maintenance work
- 45262640 - Environmental improvement works
- 45262660 - Asbestos-removal work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work
- 45311100 - Electrical wiring work
- 45311200 - Electrical fitting work
- 45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work
- 45312310 - Lightning-protection works
- 45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment
- 45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work
- 45331100 - Central-heating installation work
- 45350000 - Mechanical installations
- 50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations
- 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations
- 50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations
- 50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating
- 50721000 - Commissioning of heating installations
- 51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment
- 51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment
- 71314100 - Electrical services
- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services
- 79512000 - Call centre
- 90650000 - Asbestos removal services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2025 at 11:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000997-2025
- 24 Jun 2024 at 19:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019358-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.brighterplaces.co.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=82949&B=ECHELON
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/45191

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