Construction Contract Leads
East of England
Category Services
Type Tender
No. of Lots 21
Status Active
Published 23rd Mar 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-061194 |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | Construction work |
| Procurement Method | Open procedure |
| Value | - |
East of England
Category Services
Type Tender
No. of Lots 21
Status Active
Published 23rd Mar 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-061194 |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | Construction work |
| Procurement Method | Open procedure |
| Value | - |
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Scope
Description
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.
Total value (estimated)
- 拢2,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
Contract locations
- UKH - East of England
Lot constraints
Maximum number of lots a supplier can bid for: 15
Maximum number of lots a supplier can be awarded: 15
Lot 1. Electrical maintenance and emergency repairs
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢200,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Fire Safety, Emergency lighting, Security and Life Safety Systems
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢100,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Lifts and Access maintenance and installation
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢55,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Plumbing, BMS, Boilers, Heating and Hot & Cold Water Systems
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢200,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Air Conditioning and Ventilation
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢120,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 6. Water and Hygiene
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢80,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 7. Asbestos inspection and Surveys
Description
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
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢50,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 8. Asbestos removal
Description
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
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢80,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 9. Damp and mould Surveys
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢20,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 10. Damp and mould Treatment
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢40,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 11. Roofing
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢100,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 12. Drainage
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢100,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 13. Lightning protection
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢25,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 14. Swimming pools
Description
Inspections and maintenance of Swimming Pools and equipment including plant, pipework etc.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢25,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 15. Swimming pool materials and supplies
Description
Supplies required are listed on the pricing spreadsheet
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢60,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 16. Window Cleaning
Description
External and internal cleaning of windows and doors on Unity sites.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢80,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 17. EyeBolt and fall arrest system
Description
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.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢35,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 18. Kitchen equipment maintenance
Description
School and office kitchen inspections and maintenance.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢55,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 19. Kitchen equipment cleaning
Description
Annual deep cleaning of kitchen equipment and ventilation including ducting.
Information on products used in cleaning to be provided to Unity before undertaking work.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢55,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 20. Building and construction small works up to 拢300,000
Description
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 拢300,000.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢200,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 21. Major Building and construction works over 拢300,000
Description
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 拢300,000.
Lot value (estimated)
- 拢320,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Electrical maintenance and emergency repairs
Lot 2. Fire Safety, Emergency lighting, Security and Life Safety Systems
Lot 3. Lifts and Access maintenance and installation
Lot 4. Plumbing, BMS, Boilers, Heating and Hot & Cold Water Systems
Lot 5. Air Conditioning and Ventilation
Lot 6. Water and Hygiene
Lot 7. Asbestos inspection and Surveys
Lot 8. Asbestos removal
Lot 9. Damp and mould Surveys
Lot 10. Damp and mould Treatment
Lot 11. Roofing
Lot 12. Drainage
Lot 13. Lightning protection
Lot 14. Swimming pools
Lot 15. Swimming pool materials and supplies
Lot 16. Window Cleaning
Lot 17. EyeBolt and fall arrest system
Lot 18. Kitchen equipment maintenance
Lot 19. Kitchen equipment cleaning
Lot 20. Building and construction small works up to 拢300,000
Lot 21. Major Building and construction works over 拢300,000
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
23 April 2026, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
All tenderers should email USP Procurement to receive the documentation.
Visit / for more information on Unity SP
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
4 May 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 24 March 2031
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 100% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Concession
Contracting authority
UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Companies House: 07400386
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQMM-6243-VZQT
Unity Schools Partnership Offices Unit B
Haverhill
CB9 8QP
United Kingdom
Email: rgould [at] unitysp.co.uk
Region: UKH14 - Suffolk
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
