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title: "FMM-23-005 The Education Authority Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical - Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3"
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# FMM-23-005 The Education Authority Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical - Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3

Buyer: THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b4e0

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "FMM-23-005 The Education Authority Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical - Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works," initiated by the Education Authority, has reached the award stage, with the contract being signed on 24th February 2026. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the contract focuses on refurbishment work within the works category. The project is segmented into three lots, each targeting areas within Northern Ireland: Causeway Coast and Glens, Newry, Mourne and Down, and Mid-Ulster. The awarding process is guided by criteria of quality and price, favouring suppliers who offer a competitive balance of the two. The contract, valued at over £6,426,041 GBP, reflects a commitment to maintenance work across educational premises and related facilities.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in mechanical and electrical maintenance work, paving the way for growth in a sustainable sector. SMEs like C H C GROUP LTD, Irwin ME Limited, and MICHAEL NUGENT LTD have successfully been awarded contracts, highlighting a favourable environment for smaller businesses. With project scope potentially including task orders up to £500k, companies with expertise in electrical and mechanical installations within educational settings can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and gain recognition in the public sector. The Education Authority's aim to promote social value further encourages firms committed to social inclusion and environmental responsibility to participate, fostering innovation and development in alignment with strategic sustainability goals.

## Notice

he Measured Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical: Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3. Works / Services include the following Core Skill Disciplines: Mechanical and Electrical maintenance Works and a number of other related disciplines along with Supplementary Skill disciplines. Economic Operators are advised to refer to the tender documents for further information. The project may include task orders with a value of up to PS500k. Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Causeway Coast and Glens. Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Newry, Mourne and Down. Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Mid-Ulster

### Lot Information

Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical maintenance works Area North Council Area Causeway Coast and Glens

he Measured Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical: Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3. Works / Services include the following Core Skill Disciplines: Mechanical and Electrical maintenance Works and a number of other related disciplines along with Supplementary Skill disciplines. Economic Operators are advised to refer to the tender documents for further information. The project may include task orders with a value of up to PS500k. Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Causeway Coast and Glens. Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Newry, Mourne and Down. Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Mid-Ulster

Options: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional periods for a total maximum Lot Contract durationof 4 years.

Renewal: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional period(s) for a total maximum Lot Contract duration of 4 years.

Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical maintenance maintenance works Area East Council Area Newry, Mourne and Down

he Measured Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical: Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3. Works / Services include the following Core Skill Disciplines: Mechanical and Electrical maintenance Works and a number of other related disciplines along with Supplementary Skill disciplines. Economic Operators are advised to refer to the tender documents for further information. The project may include task orders with a value of up to PS500k. Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Causeway Coast and Glens. Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Newry, Mourne and Down. Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Mid-Ulster

Options: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional periods for a total maximum Lot Contract durationof 4 years.

Renewal: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional period(s) for a total maximum Lot Contract duration of 4 years.

Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical maintenance works Area South West Council Area Mid-Ulster

he Measured Term Service Short Contract for the Provision of Mechanical and Electrical: Response, Planned Maintenance and Minor Works Lots 1, 2 and 3. Works / Services include the following Core Skill Disciplines: Mechanical and Electrical maintenance Works and a number of other related disciplines along with Supplementary Skill disciplines. Economic Operators are advised to refer to the tender documents for further information. The project may include task orders with a value of up to PS500k. Lot 1 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Causeway Coast and Glens. Lot 2 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Newry, Mourne and Down. Lot 3 Mechanical and Electrical: comprising administration premises, youth service premises, special schools (including school meals kitchens), primary and nursery schools, post-primary schools (including school meal kitchens) and transport premises and depots in the council area of Mid-Ulster

Options: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional periods for a total maximum Lot Contract durationof 4 years.

Renewal: Lot Contract period of two years with the option of additional period(s) for a total maximum Lot Contract duration of 4 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016956-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £64,000,000 |
| Lots value | £64,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £7,430,040 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY |
| Additional buyers | LIBRARIES NI; NORTHERN IRELAND LIBRARY AUTHORITY - LIBRARIES 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 | TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Local authority | Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Electoral ward | Hilden |
| Westminster constituency | Lagan Valley |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | C H C GROUP; IRWIN ME; MICHAEL NUGENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 14:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016956-2026
- 30 Jan 2025 at 16:45 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003178-2025
- 18 Nov 2024 at 16:46 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037258-2024
- 7 Nov 2024 at 20:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036177-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

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