--- title: "Framework for the provision of M&E Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-061194" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-061194" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-061194.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-061194.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP" published: "2026-04-22" --- # Framework for the provision of M&E Services Buyer: UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-061194 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-061194) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-061194.json) ## Summary The Unity Schools Partnership is seeking contractors to join its framework for Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Services and Construction Works, a considerable procurement effort focused on extending high-quality services across its United Kingdom premises. The contracting authority aims to enhance the environment for the Trust’s staff, pupils, and visitors. Categorised within the construction and maintenance industry, this open procedure procurement will take place in the UKH region, concluding on 8th May 2026, with subsequent awards to be completed by 18th May 2026. Interested parties must ensure submissions meet industry standards and adhere to outlined guidelines, with details available upon request via email. This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs and large enterprises alike, especially those within construction and mechanical industries. Businesses capable of high-standard service delivery will find numerous growth avenues, facilitating long-term relationships through multiple lots, including electrical repairs, fire safety equipment installations, and significant building works. The framework's structure allows participants to bid across several categories, offering flexibility and an extensive work pipeline that aligns with professional growth and operational expansion aspirations. Competitors that demonstrate quality and compliance assurance are positioned to be favoured candidates for partnership within the Trust. ## Notice Unity Schools Partnership require Contractors to join their new framework to undertake M&E Services and Construction Works. The framework is split into lots and any provider can attempt to join any of the services. The provider must always be in accordance with good industry practice so as to provide a high standard of service across the Trust for the benefit of the Trust's staff and pupils, the local community and to provide an inviting environment for visitors. ### Lot Information Electrical maintenance and emergency repairs The supply of materials and labour to carry out all elements of electrical works including but not limited to all electrical works in connection with incoming supply. This includes out of hours cover 24/7 365 days. The testing for PAT testing & fixed electrical testing. Electricians should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Schools may require planned maintenance which the supplier shall manage with the school after an agreed call off schedule. Fire Safety, Emergency lighting, Security and Life Safety Systems The supply of materials and labour to carry out inspection, test, service, maintenance and installation of access control and automatic doors / Dry risers / fire alarm systems / CCTV & intruder alarms / wet sprinkler / fire dampening / fire control equipment including minor enabling works. Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Schools may require planned maintenance which the supplier shall manage with the school after an agreed call off schedule. Lifts and Access maintenance and installation The supply of materials and labour to carry out lift maintenance, inspection or specification for goods or passenger lifts including all works in connection with power, fitting of lifts, lift beams, lift rooms and testing, commissioning and certification including minor enabling works. Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Schools may require planned maintenance which the supplier shall manage with the school after an agreed call off schedule. Plumbing, BMS, Boilers, Heating and Hot & Cold Water Systems The supply of materials and labour to carry out plumbing and heating works including but not limited to mains water, secondary water, heating systems, foul water, internal and external works to provide services and enabling works. Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Schools may require planned maintenance which the supplier shall manage with the school after an agreed call off schedule. Air Conditioning and Ventilation The supply of materials and labour to carry out works to install air conditioning systems, there testing, inspection, servicing and maintenance and removal including small scale enabling works. Servicing and Inspection of systems including Legionella Testing. This includes Kitchen & Bathroom ventilation, AHU's and extract systems. Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Schools may require planned maintenance which the supplier shall manage with the school after an agreed call off schedule. Water and Hygiene The supply of materials and labour to carry out Legionella risk assessment and control, water sampling and analysis, water tank inspection and refurbishment. Water treatment products and equipment and training and consultancy services. Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Schools may require planned maintenance which the supplier shall manage with the school after an agreed call off schedule. Include management plan as part of inspection. Asbestos inspection and Surveys Asbestos surveys to be carried out across school sites Include management plan as part of inspection. If chosen to provide this service you will not be able to provide the service in lot 8 Asbestos removal Asbestos removal to be carried out across school sites If chosen to provide this service you will not be able to provide the service in lot 7 Damp and mould Surveys Damp surveys and treatment, dry rot survey and treatment and damp proofing including minor enabling works Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Damp and mould Treatment Damp surveys and treatment, dry rot survey and treatment and damp proofing including minor enabling works Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Roofing The supply of materials and labour to carry out general roofing repairs gutters downpipes, hoppers and to carry out more major repairs such as reroofing. Drainage To carry out general repairs to drainage systems and install new systems when required including CCTV surveying and leak detection. Clean foul tanks and carry out any repairs. Grease traps internal and external emptying cleaning and maintenance. Lightning protection To carry out annual lightning protection inspections and to supply materials and labour to carry out repairs. Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Swimming pools Inspections and maintenance of Swimming Pools and equipment including plant, pipework etc. Swimming pool materials and supplies Supplies required are listed on the pricing spreadsheet Window Cleaning External and internal cleaning of windows and doors on Unity sites. EyeBolt and fall arrest system Inspection and testing of EyeBolt and fall arrest systems and to carry out any repairs. Contractors should issue certificates to confirm the safety and compliance of their work within 48 hours of works being completed. Kitchen equipment maintenance School and office kitchen inspections and maintenance. Kitchen equipment cleaning Annual deep cleaning of kitchen equipment and ventilation including ducting. Information on products used in cleaning to be provided to Unity before undertaking work. Building and construction small works up to PS300,000 The supply of materials and labour to carry out general builders work including all of the above but not limited to such and items such as internal and external demolition, reinstatement, Playground equipment removal or installation, window and door replacement, building of walls, forming and chasing, plastering and other construction or refurbishment related works up to the value of PS300,000. Major Building and construction works over PS300,000 The supply of materials and labour to carry out general builders work including all of the above but not limited to such and items such as internal and external demolition, reinstatement, Playground equipment removal or installation, window and door replacement, building of walls, forming and chasing, plastering and other construction related works over the value of PS300,000. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036773-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 8 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 9 Mar 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 | | Recurrence | 2031-03-24 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,500,000 | | Lots value | £2,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP | | Locality | HAVERHILL | | Post town | Cambridge | | Postcode | CB9 8QP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk | | ITL 3 | TLH64 West Suffolk | | Local authority | West Suffolk | | Electoral ward | Haverhill South | | Westminster constituency | West Suffolk | | Delivery location | TLH East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services ## Release History - 22 Apr 2026 at 15:04 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036773-2026 - 22 Apr 2026 at 13:13 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036632-2026 - 24 Mar 2026 at 14:58 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026905-2026 - 23 Mar 2026 at 15:46 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026398-2026 - 23 Mar 2026 at 15:32 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026378-2026 - 29 Jan 2026 at 10:01 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007858-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036773-2026 22nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036632-2026 22nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026905-2026 24th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026398-2026 23rd March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026378-2026 23rd March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007858-2026 29th January 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-13847 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-13848 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-13849 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15136 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15137 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15139 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15140 ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.unitysp.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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