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title: "PAT Service Testing and Appliance Repairs Contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05966e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "GENTOO GROUP"
published: "2025-09-09"
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# PAT Service Testing and Appliance Repairs Contract

Buyer: GENTOO GROUP  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05966e

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## Summary

The Gentoo Group, based in Sunderland, UK, is currently in the planning phase for a procurement process titled "PAT Service Testing and Appliance Repairs Contract." This process falls within the "services" category and targets the electrical services industry, specifically focusing on Portable Appliance Testing (PAT). The contract will cover domestic and non-domestic settings and includes minor repairs and potential appliance replacements across various locations within the UKC2 region. A supplier engagement webinar is scheduled for 22 September 2025, providing an opportunity for interested parties to learn more about the procurement strategy and key contract details. The procurement is expected to result in a four-year contract, estimated at £120,000, with a start date of 3 November 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in electrical services, particularly those specialising in PAT testing and appliance repairs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in domestic and ad-hoc non-domestic servicing will find this opportunity particularly attractive, as the contract encourages SME participation and includes a framework agreement. Engaging in this procurement could position businesses for growth by establishing long-term contracts with a public undertaking. Interested suppliers are encouraged to participate in the provider engagement webinar to gain insights into Gentoo Group's procurement requirements and timelines, which will aid in aligning their offerings with industry standards and client needs.

## Notice

PAT Service Testing and Appliance Repairs Contract Gentoo Group - Pre-Market Engagement for PAT Testing Services Gentoo Group is preparing to procure a new Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Service and Appliance Repairs Contract, with an estimated annual spend of PS30,000. Our intention is to procure a four year Contract to fully cover our requirements. We are seeking to engage with the market to help shape our approach and ensure the procurement is aligned with industry best practice and supplier capabilities. Key Objectives of the Contract The PAT Testing Service will cover three core areas: * Domestic Servicing - Routine PAT testing within approx. 120 of our domestic properties. * Appliance Repairs - Minor repairs to appliances identified during testing, as well as replacement appliances (where applicable) * Ad-hoc Non-Domestic Servicing - PAT testing in non-domestic settings on an as-needed basis. Supplier Engagement Webinar Gentoo Group will host a webinar to provide further insight into the procurement. The session will include: * A background and overview of the procurement * An indicative procurement timeline * Key contract particulars * An open Q&A session for suppliers This is a valuable opportunity for suppliers to understand our requirements and contribute to the development of the procurement strategy. Register Your Interest To express interest in this potential opportunity and receive an invitation to the webinar, please email: neil.dixon@gentoogroup.com

### Planning Information

Supplier Engagement Webinar
Gentoo Group will host a webinar to provide further insight into the procurement. The session will include:
• A background and overview of the procurement
• An indicative procurement timeline
• Key contract particulars
• An open Q&A session for suppliers
This is a valuable opportunity for suppliers to understand our requirements and contribute to the development of the procurement strategy.
Register Your Interest
To express interest in this potential opportunity and receive an invitation to the webinar, please email:
neil.dixon@gentoogroup.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054915-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GENTOO GROUP |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR3 3XR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Doxford |
| Westminster constituency | Houghton and Sunderland South |
| Delivery location | TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314100 - Electrical services

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2025 at 09:58 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054915-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054915-2025
  9th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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