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title: "Generator Maintenance with the provision for Emergency Generator replacement"
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buyer: "CARDIFF UNIVERSITY"
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# Generator Maintenance with the provision for Emergency Generator replacement

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b05d

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## Summary

Cardiff University has completed a procurement process for "Generator Maintenance with the provision for Emergency Generator replacement." This procurement falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of generators (CPV code: 50532300). The contract includes services such as Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), Reactive Maintenance, emergency call-out visits, and remedial works, along with the supply of temporary generator sets and fuel tanks. Key dates included the completion of procurement document access by 22nd November 2024, site visits on 26th November 2024, and a contract signed on 17th March 2025. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and it is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). The contract was awarded to POWER ELECTRICS (BRISTOL) LIMITED on 21st March 2025, with a contract value of GBP 1,500,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in generator maintenance and emergency services. Companies capable of providing comprehensive maintenance solutions, including both planned and reactive services, are well-suited to compete for such contracts. The tender also offers potential revenue streams through additional chargeable services for emergency replacements and equipment upgrades. SMEs, like the awarded supplier POWER ELECTRICS (BRISTOL) LIMITED, can leverage this type of contract to expand their market presence within the university sector, particularly those based in the UK and familiar with the requirements of large educational institutions. The focus on quality and cost as award criteria provides a balanced opportunity for businesses to showcase their value propositions.

## Notice

The University requires a single service provider to deliver maintenance Services for Generators, Fuel Management and the supply of temporary Generator sets and fuel tanks including required equipment. This Contract will include Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and an emergency call out retainer. The successful supplier will also be required to deliver Reactive Maintenance, emergency call out visits and remedial works as a chargeable service. The provision for capital or emergency replacement shall also be included as a chargeable service where necessary.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires a single service provider to deliver maintenance Services for Generators, Fuel Management and the supply of temporary Generator sets and fuel tanks including required equipment. This Contract will include Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and an emergency call out retainer. The successful supplier will also be required to deliver Reactive Maintenance, emergency call out visits and remedial works as a chargeable service. The provision for capital or emergency replacement shall also be included as a chargeable service where necessary.

Options: In the event that any backup LV generator set or associated equipment (such as Automatic Transfer Switches, control panels, or fuel systems) is deemed beyond economic repair or reaches the end of its operational life, the supply and installation of replacement generator sets and related equipment will be considered an additional chargeable item. The contractor will provide a detailed proposal outlining the cost of replacement units, including all labour, materials, delivery, and commissioning. This will be subject to the university's approval before any work is undertaken. Additionally, any upgrades to enhance system capacity or efficiency will also fall under this category.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extension options

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010720-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | October 2029 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | POWER ELECTRICS (BRISTOL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50532300 - Repair and maintenance services of generators

## Release History

- 21 Mar 2025 at 14:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010720-2025
- 23 Oct 2024 at 08:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034246-2024

## Notice URLs

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

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