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title: "Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation Works Market Engagement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069ed2"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation Works Market Engagement

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069ed2

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## Summary

The University of Staffordshire, located in Stoke on Trent, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process concerning "Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation Works." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically relating to emergency lighting equipment and repair and maintenance services. The planning phase includes a market engagement notice scheduled for release on 1st July 2026, and suppliers are encouraged to complete a questionnaire by 2nd June 2026. The contract is intended to commence on 1st October 2026, lasting three years with a potential two-year extension, covering 34 buildings. The total estimated contract value is £332,000 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the fields of electrical engineering, specifically those specialising in emergency lighting systems, lamps, and technical testing services. The opportunity is tailored to accommodate small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given their agility and expertise in niche technical areas. Engaging in this market could provide businesses with the potential for growth and expansion within the public sector. These procurement activities, spearheaded by a university, also present a chance for companies to bolster their portfolios by collaborating with a reputable academic institution.

## Notice

The University of Staffordshire is seeking to engage with the supplier market in relation to a potential tender for the provision of Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation works Suppliers are invited to complete the questionnaire in Proactis to support the University in determining the route to market and specification for this requirement. The University is intending to award a contract for the provision of Emergency Lighting Testing & Remedial/Installation works for a period of 3 years with an option to extend by 2 x 12 months covering 34 buildings (Full details will be included in the tender pack) The supplier will be required to carry out: Monthly testing within the first 2 weeks of each month Annual Endurance Testing in December of each year within the first three weeks of the month Remedial Repairs (Emergency Light Replacements only)

### Planning Information

Suppliers should complete the questionnaire on ProContract 
https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=fbe89b37-ff54-f111-813c-005056b64545

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046936-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £332,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE |
| Locality | STOKE ON TRENT |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST4 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent |
| Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Electoral ward | Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton |
| Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central |
| Delivery location | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent, TLG24 Staffordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment
- 31520000 - Lamps and light fittings
- 50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations
- 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71631000 - Technical inspection services
- 71632000 - Technical testing services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 10:33 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046936-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046936-2026
  21st May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.staffs.ac.uk/
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=fbe89b37-ff54-f111-813c-005056b64545
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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