--- title: "Provision of Statutory Estates Compliance Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FAIRFAX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST" published: "2026-06-22" --- # Provision of Statutory Estates Compliance Services Buyer: FAIRFAX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5d.json) ## Summary Fairfax Multi Academy Trust (FMAT) is currently in the tender phase for a significant contract titled "Provision of Statutory Estates Compliance Services." This contract is aimed at ensuring comprehensive compliance of its academies with statutory requirements, ranging across various safety and maintenance disciplines. It is specifically tailored for contractors interested in fire safety, electrical safety, water hygiene, gas systems, and lifting equipment compliance. The contract is valued at £180,000 and is divided into five Lots, with each focusing on a specific compliance service. The contract will commence on 1 October 2026, initially for a period of three years, with an optional extension of up to two additional years. The procurement method is an open competition under the below threshold category, and submissions must be made by 24 July 2026, with any enquiries to be lodged by 10 July 2026. The services are to be delivered across the UKG region, featuring a mix of repair, maintenance, and testing services within the public authority sector. This tender opens up various opportunities for businesses, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), that are well-versed in statutory compliance services and possess the necessary competencies, accreditations, and experience. Such businesses can benefit from the potential three to five-year engagement with FMAT, thereby increasing their stability and reputation within the industry. Each Lot offers a focussed opportunity for specialised firms capable of delivering high-quality, regulated compliance services, evaluated on both quality and price criteria. Companies possessing technical expertise in safety compliance, coupled with strong compliance management and reporting capabilities, can leverage this opportunity for substantial business growth. This tender can significantly enhance a company's portfolio, demonstrating its ability to serve educational institutions in maintaining critical operational standards. ## Notice Fairfax Multi Academy Trust (FMAT) is seeking to appoint competent and accredited Contractors to deliver statutory estates compliance services across its academies. The services include the inspection, testing, servicing, certification, and reporting of statutory compliance activities to ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, Approved Codes of Practice, and British Standards. The contract is divided into five Lots: * Lot 1 - Fire Safety Compliance * Lot 2 - Electrical Safety & Compliance * Lot 3 - Water Hygiene & Legionella Control * Lot 4 - Gas, Boilers & Pressure Systems * Lot 5 - Lifting Equipment & LOLER Compliance The Contractor(s) will be required to deliver all services in accordance with statutory requirements, approved service frequencies, and FMAT compliance requirements, with full certification and reporting uploaded to the Trust's compliance management system (HANDSAM). The contract will be for an initial term of three years with the option to extend. ### Lot Information Fire Safety Compliance This Lot covers the provision of statutory fire safety compliance services across Fairfax Multi Academy Trust sites. Services include inspection, testing, servicing, certification, and reporting of fire safety systems and associated equipment in accordance with relevant legislation, British Standards, and guidance. The scope includes, but is not limited to: - Fire Risk Assessments - Fire alarm inspection and servicing - Fire alarm system testing - Emergency lighting inspection and testing - Fire extinguisher servicing - Fire door inspections - Smoke vent / AOV inspection and testing (where installed) The Contractor shall ensure all fire safety systems are maintained in a safe and compliant condition, with full certification and reporting provided and uploaded to the Trust's compliance management system within required timescales. Options: The contract includes the option for FMAT to extend the initial contract term of three (3) years by up to two (2) additional years. The option to extend will be exercised at FMAT's sole discretion and will be subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, and ongoing operational need. Any extension will be applied under the same terms and conditions as the original contract. Renewal: The contract will be awarded for an initial term of three (3) years commencing on 1 October 2026 and expiring on 30 September 2029. FMAT reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of up to two (2) years, taking the maximum contract term to 30 September 2031. Extensions may be applied in increments of up to twelve (12) months and will be subject to satisfactory Contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, operational requirements, and FMAT approval. FMAT reserves the right not to exercise any extension option. Electrical Safety & Compliance This Lot covers the provision of statutory electrical compliance services across Fairfax Multi Academy Trust sites. Services include inspection, testing, servicing, certification, and reporting of electrical systems and installations in accordance with relevant legislation, British Standards, and guidance. The scope includes, but is not limited to: - Fixed Wiring Inspection & Testing (EICR) - Distribution board inspections - RCD testing - Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) - Lightning protection inspection and testing (where installed) The Contractor shall ensure electrical systems are maintained in a safe and compliant condition, with full certification and reporting provided and uploaded to the Trust's compliance management system within required timescales. Options: The contract includes the option for FMAT to extend the initial contract term of three (3) years by up to two (2) additional years. The option to extend will be exercised at FMAT's sole discretion and will be subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, and ongoing operational need. Any extension will be applied under the same terms and conditions as the original contract. Renewal: The contract will be awarded for an initial term of three (3) years commencing on 1 October 2026 and expiring on 30 September 2029. FMAT reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of up to two (2) years, taking the maximum contract term to 30 September 2031. Extensions may be applied in increments of up to twelve (12) months and will be subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, operational requirements, and FMAT approval. FMAT reserves the right not to exercise any extension option. Water Hygiene & Legionella Control This Lot covers the provision of statutory water hygiene and Legionella control services across Fairfax Multi Academy Trust sites. Services include inspection, monitoring, testing, servicing, and reporting of water systems in accordance with relevant legislation, Approved Codes of Practice, and guidance. The scope includes, but is not limited to: - Legionella risk assessments - Hot and cold-water temperature monitoring - TMV inspection and servicing - Little used outlet flushing - Cold water tank inspection - Cold water tank cleaning and disinfection (risk based) - Legionella sampling and analysis where required The Contractor shall ensure all water systems are maintained in a safe and compliant condition, with full certification and reporting provided and uploaded to the Trust's compliance management system within required timescales. Options: The contract includes the option for FMAT to extend the initial contract term of three (3) years by up to two (2) additional years. The option to extend will be exercised at FMAT's sole discretion and will be subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, and ongoing operational need. Any extension will be applied under the same terms and conditions as the original contract. Renewal: The contract will be awarded for an initial term of three (3) years commencing on 1 October 2026 and expiring on 30 September 2029. FMAT reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of up to two (2) years, taking the maximum Contract term to 30 September 2031. Extensions may be applied in increments of up to twelve (12) months and will be subject to satisfactory Contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, operational requirements, and FMAT approval. FMAT reserves the right not to exercise any extension option. Gas, Boilers & Pressure Systems This Lot covers the provision of statutory gas safety, boiler servicing, and pressure system compliance services across Fairfax Multi Academy Trust sites. Services include inspection, testing, servicing, certification, and reporting of gas systems, boilers, and pressure systems in accordance with relevant legislation, manufacturer guidance, and industry standards. The scope includes, but is not limited to: - Gas safety inspections and certification - Boiler servicing and maintenance - Gas appliance servicing - Gas interlock testing - Flue inspection - Pressure Systems Written Scheme of Examination (WSE) inspections The Contractor shall ensure all gas and pressure systems are maintained in a safe and compliant condition, with full certification and reporting provided and uploaded to the Trust's compliance management system within required timescales. Options: The contract includes the option for FMAT to extend the initial contract term of three (3) years by up to two (2) additional years. The option to extend will be exercised at FMAT's sole discretion and will be subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, and ongoing operational need. Any extension will be applied under the same terms and conditions as the original contract. Renewal: The contract will be awarded for an initial term of three (3) years commencing on 1 October 2026 and expiring on 30 September 2029. FMAT reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of up to two (2) years, taking the maximum contract term to 30 September 2031. Extensions may be applied in increments of up to twelve (12) months and will be subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, operational requirements, and FMAT approval. FMAT reserves the right not to exercise any extension option. Lifting Equipment & LOLER Compliance This Lot covers the provision of statutory lifting equipment and LOLER compliance services across Fairfax Multi Academy Trust sites. Services include inspection, testing, servicing, certification, and reporting of lifting equipment in accordance with relevant legislation and guidance. The scope includes, but is not limited to: - Passenger lift inspections and servicing (where installed) - LOLER inspections and thorough examinations - Hoists and specialist lifting equipment inspections - Associated certification and reporting The Contractor shall ensure all lifting equipment is maintained in a safe and compliant condition, with full certification and reporting provided and uploaded to the Trust's compliance management system within required timescales. Options: The contract includes the option for FMAT to extend the initial contract term of three (3) years by up to two (2) additional years. The option to extend will be exercised at FMAT's sole discretion and will be subject to satisfactory contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, and ongoing operational need. Any extension will be applied under the same terms and conditions as the original contract. Renewal: The contract will be awarded for an initial term of three (3) years commencing on 1 October 2026 and expiring on 30 September 2029. FMAT reserves the right to extend the Contract for a further period of up to two (2) years, taking the maximum Contract term to 30 September 2031. Extensions may be applied in increments of up to twelve (12) months and will be subject to satisfactory Contractor performance, continued compliance with statutory requirements, operational requirements, and FMAT approval. FMAT reserves the right not to exercise any extension option. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058641-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | Lots value | £180,000 | | 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 | FAIRFAX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST | | Locality | SUTTON COLDFIELD | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B75 7JT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Sutton Reddicap | | Westminster constituency | Sutton Coldfield | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services - 71314100 - Electrical services - 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services - 71700000 - Monitoring and control services - 75251110 - Fire-prevention services ## Release History - 22 Jun 2026 at 14:58 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058641-2026 - 22 Jun 2026 at 14:51 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058636-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058641-2026 22nd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058636-2026 22nd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-18084 Service Level Agreement (SLA) and KPI Framework setting out performance standards, reporting requirements, compliance obligations, defect management, mobilisation requirements, and contract monitoring arrangements for all Lots. - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-18086 Pricing Schedule for statutory estates compliance services. Includes pricing instructions, mobilisation requirements, asset verification provisions, unit rates, and tender pricing submission requirements. - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-18089 Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the provision of statutory estates compliance services across Fairfax Multi Academy Trust. Includes procurement information, specification, lot structure, award criteria, mobilisation requirements, and tender submission instructions. ## Notice URLs - https://fmat.co.uk/ - https://www.fmat.co.uk - https://www.fmat.co.ukTendersubmissionsandclarificationrequestsmustbesubmittedelectronicallyviaemailtotenders@fmat.co.uk.TenderersmustensureallrequireddocumentationissubmittedbytheTenderSubmissionDeadline.FurtherprocurementinformationandtenderdocumentationareavailableviatheFMATwebsite. - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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