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title: "R&M framework - for the maintenance, repair, planned and remedial works and services for the Council's commercial buildings and support for a variety of capital projects as required"
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# R&M framework - for the maintenance, repair, planned and remedial works and services for the Council's commercial buildings and support for a variety of capital projects as required

Buyer: IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0611c2

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## Summary

Ipswich Borough Council is undertaking an open procurement process for a framework aimed at the maintenance, repair, planned and remedial works, and services across its commercial buildings. This procurement is divided into 15 lots, covering various aspects including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and fire safety works, located primarily in Ipswich, United Kingdom. The framework intends to start on 1st June 2026 and continue until 31st May 2030, with the tender stage currently active. Interested businesses must submit their proposals by 24th March 2026, and the award decision is expected by 30th April 2026. The tender follows an open procedure, allowing bids for multiple lots, though restrictions apply for key lots such as 1, 2, and 3.

This tender offers extensive opportunities for businesses in the construction and maintenance sectors, particularly those equipped to handle both responsive and planned works. The framework agreement includes a variety of projects such as electrical installation and testing, plumbing, mechanical systems, and conservation repairs. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as many lots are designed with them in mind. The opportunity for direct awards for emergency repairs ensures a more streamlined process for urgent services, enhancing business growth prospects in responsive repair markets. It is an excellent opportunity for businesses specializing in building services, offering robust potential for expansion in areas such as heritage conservation and high-value capital projects.

## Notice

The framework will be divided into 15 lots which will cover all aspects of maintenance, repair, planned and remedial works and services for the Council's commercial buildings and support for a variety of capital projects as required. Bidders will be able to bid for one or more lots in combination. Full details of the lots are provided in the specification.

### Lot Information

General building works

Responsive repairs and maintenance Emergency works (during normal working hours and out of hours) * General works: * Roofing * Decorating * Fencing * Plastering * Scaffolding * Carpentry and Joinery * Fire safety works (fabric only)

Electrical

Responsive repairs and maintenance (during normal working hours and out of hours) Inspection and testing and certification. * Servicing * Maintenance, repair, and replacement inc. * New installation works * Reactive and non-reactive works.

Mechanical

Responsive repairs and maintenance (during normal working hours and out of hours) * Plumbing and water supplies * Gas and Boiler works * Reactive and non-reactive works. * Pumps and fans * Automatic barriers & gates * Compressors & related equipment

Works: Conservation and Heritage Building Repairs

Conservation and restoration repairs and improvements to all our heritage, The work packages contained within this lot will mostly be general building repairs but with historic requirements such as lime plaster, gilding and working on highly sensitive sites. No price submission is required for this lot.

Cremator repairs and maintenance

Responsive repairs and maintenance (during normal working hours and out of hours) * Inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of all Cremator related equipment relating to Gas installation and burners. * Inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of all Electrical Cremator equipment. * Inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of all Cremator related equipment relating to mechanical systems. * Inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of all Cremator related equipment relating to Hearths.

Gutters, and Drains

Responsive repairs and maintenance (during normal working hours and out of hours) Cyclical works for gutters and drains to specific corporate buildings. This is to ensure continued working of all rainwater goods, foul water systems and associated equipment and pumps. Ad hoc call out to clear gutter and drainage blockages. Any repairs to gutters and drainage required including replacements or redesigns. This lot will include works to cesspits as required, including repairs, and emptying when required.

Lot 7a WOODEN fancing and Lot 7b METAL fencing

Responsive repairs, replacements, and maintenance (during normal working hours and out of hours) No price submission is required for these lots

Windows, and Doors, UPVC or aluminium

Responsive repairs, replacements, and maintenance (during normal working hours and out of hours)

HVAC

Servicing, maintenance and repair of ventilation, and air conditioning systems, Upgrades Duct cleaning and alterations. Reactive and non-reactive works. Planned HVAC projects and larger works, including all the above items. No price submission is required for this lot.

Fire safety

To complete an annual fire risk assessment for each of our commercial buildings in our operational estate. This comprises approximately 61 buildings there may also be additional buildings that require assessment on an ad hoc basis. The types of buildings that require annual fire risk assessments include but is not limited to: Office buildings, sports centres, entertainment venues, workshops & depots, Grade 1&2 listed buildings & historic structures. Remedials from FRAs required for the safe operation of the sites. Test and Inspection of the fire alarm systems and fire extinguishers is required for all of the sites as mentioned above is also required. This will include any remedials required from the regular T&I.

Water Hygiene and Water testing Services

One off and cyclical Assessment, Inspection and Monitoring to small, medium, and large buildings or Sub-Let Private Dwelling, HMO's, sports centres, swimming pools, fountains, standpipes, public access drinking fountains, sheltered housing schemes, offices, theatres, crematorium, museums, toilet blocks, etc.

Swimming pools and recreational features maintenance

Servicing, maintenance, and repair (not water testing) of all swimming pools and recreational water features such as swimming pools, wet play areas and fountains. Pools pumps and wave machines

LOLER, Testing and Inspection

Inspection and certification of platform, passenger and goods, stage lifts. Inspection, servicing, maintenance, repair, replacement, and new installations.

Height Safety

Inspection, servicing, maintenance, repair, replacement, and new installations of: Mansafe wire systems Edge protection barriers No price submission is required for this lot.

Lead Contractor

This lot will be used on a project specific basis only and will be subject to the use of an RFP and the price will be determined at this stage. Please note you will have to be appointed to one of the other lots on the framework to be awarded a place on this lot. The value of this lot will be projects which are included in the lot values of all the other lots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021041-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,200,000 |
| Lots value | £7,280,100 |
| 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 | IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work
- 45312000 - Alarm system and antenna installation work
- 45313000 - Lift and escalator installation work
- 45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment
- 45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment
- 45316000 - Installation work of illumination and signalling systems
- 45317000 - Other electrical installation work
- 45320000 - Insulation work
- 45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works
- 45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work
- 45332000 - Plumbing and drain-laying work
- 45332200 - Water plumbing work
- 45332400 - Sanitary fixture installation work
- 45333000 - Gas-fitting installation work
- 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work
- 45341000 - Erection of railings
- 45342000 - Erection of fencing
- 45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works
- 45350000 - Mechanical installations
- 45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works
- 45400000 - Building completion work
- 45410000 - Plastering work
- 45420000 - Joinery and carpentry installation work
- 45430000 - Floor and wall covering work
- 45440000 - Painting and glazing work
- 45441000 - Glazing work
- 45451000 - Decoration work
- 45452000 - Exterior cleaning work for buildings
- 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work
- 45454100 - Restoration work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations
- 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations
- 50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating
- 50730000 - Repair and maintenance services of cooler groups
- 50750000 - Lift-maintenance services
- 50760000 - Repair and maintenance of public conveniences
- 71700000 - Monitoring and control services

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2026 at 16:29 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021041-2026
- 29 Jan 2026 at 11:11 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007929-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021041-2026
  9th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007929-2026
  29th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- www.suffolksourcing.uk

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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