---
title: "For the provision of an Emergency lighting testing service contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05de87"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05de87.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA"
published: "2025-11-19"
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# For the provision of an Emergency lighting testing service contract

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05de87

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## Summary

The University of Cumbria, a central government public authority, is seeking to procure an emergency lighting testing service contract. This procurement falls under the services category and is located in Cumbria, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender notice published on 11 November 2025. The competition remains open with a submission deadline of 8 December 2025. The contract involves ensuring all emergency lighting within university premises is tested according to British standards and is expected to run from 5 January 2026 to 4 January 2029, with possible extensions up to January 2031. The estimated value of the contract is £128,147.50, with an award criteria focusing on 60% quality and 40% price.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in emergency lighting equipment and electrical maintenance services. Companies with expertise in conducting lighting tests in compliance with British standards and capable of delivering services with minimal disruption would be competitive candidates. Given the open procurement method, smaller enterprises below the threshold can equally compete. Engaging in this contract can provide sustainable business growth with potential renewals, providing a platform for businesses to establish a long-term professional relationship with a reputable university authority.

## Notice

The University of Cumbria are seeking a contractor who will be responsible for ensuring that all emergency lights are tested according to the relevant British standard in a safe and effective way with minimum disruption.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075029-2025 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £128,147 |
| Lots value | £128,147 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 2HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment
- 50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2025 at 09:20 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075029-2025
- 11 Nov 2025 at 11:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072727-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075029-2025
  19th November 2025 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072727-2025
  11th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cumbria.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofcumbria
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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