Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bbf-ccf9-70ba-8164-2464f13f3961/west-northamptonshire-council-term-maintenance-contracts-pre-market-engagemen pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # West Northamptonshire Council – Term Maintenance Contracts (Pre-Market Engagement) Mechanical [West Northamptonshire Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/west-northamptonshire-council) Estimated value £8,333,333 Published 24 Jul 2025 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender ### Pre-Market Engagement (PME) Notice Title: West Northamptonshire Council - Term Maintenance Contracts (Pre-Market Engagement) Mechanical Notice Type: Pre-Market Engagement (PME) ### Publication Date: 22 July 2025 Authority Name: West Northamptonshire Council ### Region: East Midlands (England) Overview: West Northamptonshire Council is undertaking a Pre-Market Engagement (PME) exercise ahead of a formal procurement process for Term Maintenance Contracts, anticipated to launch in September 2025. This process will help inform the market, collect feedback, and shape the final strategy for building and estate maintenance services. Background: Since the 2022 local government reorganisation, contracts inherited from legacy councils have been maintained through interim arrangements. With the Procurement Act now active, the Council intends to establish long-term contracts that strengthen strategic partnerships and reduce re-procurement frequency. Objectives: \*Develop collaborative long-term relationships with suppliers \*Attract both local and national providers \*Maintain fair, transparent procurement processes \*Use standard market-recognised contract forms \*Deliver social value and community benefits \*Support the local supply chain and workforce \*Comply with Building Safety Act and H&S standards \*Enable CPD and skills development Approach: \*Frameworks with multiple suppliers \*Mix of mini-competitions and direct awards \*Clearly defined service area lots (e.g. roofing, electrics) \*Open framework up to 8 years, with minimum two re-openings \*Direct awards permitted in exceptional cases ### Procurement Area(s) \*General mechanical: Sanitary appliances ,Disposal installations ,Water installations ,Heat sources, Ventilation systems – central ventilation, local and specialist ventilation and smoke extract/control, Boilers and heating systems: Framework 4 suppliers to be awarded initial framework length 4 years. 8 years total contract terms. with minimum two re-openings. \*Pumps: Framework 4 suppliers to be awarded initial framework length 4 years. 8 years total contract terms. with minimum two re-openings. - Fuel installations – storage and distribution systems : Framework 4 suppliers to be awarded initial framework length 4 years. 8 years total contract terms. with minimum two re-openings. \*Sustainable heating and cooling systems : Framework 4 suppliers to be awarded initial framework length 4 years. 8 years total contract terms. with minimum two re-openings. Timeline: ### PME Launch: July 2025 \*Procurement Launch: September 2025 \*Contract Start: From April 2026 Supplier Engagement Activities: \*Online surveys \*Briefings via a supplier day How to Participate: Interested suppliers are encouraged to register an account on the Council's procurement portal: In-Tend Electronic Tendering Site. Once the tender is launched, registered users will be able to access the full tender pack and associated documents, should they wish to respond to the opportunity. Further information regarding supplier days and other pre-market engagement activity will also be shared via the portal, as it is available in line with the procurement timetable. Read full description ## CPV classification Smoke-detection apparatus Ventilation ducting Extraction ventilators Hot-water boilers Auxiliary plant for use with boilers Ventilation equipment Smoke-extraction equipment Tanks, reservoirs and containers; central-heating radiators and boilers Central-heating radiators and boilers and parts Radiators and boilers Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-0563d5-2025-07-24T09:46:03+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-0563d5-2025-07-24T09:46:03+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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