Facilities Management Services Contract

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking suppliers to provide Hard Facilities Management (FM) Services across three distinct lots: 1. **Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Reactive Repairs and Minor Works**: This lot involves addressing urgent repairs and performing minor works related to mechanical and electrical systems. 2. **Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Statutory Testing & Planned Maintenance**: Suppliers will be responsible for conducting necessary statutory testing and scheduled maintenance for M&E systems to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. 3. **Building Fabric Works**: This lot focuses on maintenance and repair of the building's structural elements, ensuring the integrity and safety of the facilities. **Important Information for Suppliers:** - Please carefully read the provided guidance and follow the instructions in the tender documents to ensure a complete submission. - Adhere to word count limits; submissions exceeding these limits will not be considered. - Respond to all questions in the tender documents. - Any additional documents not requested will be disregarded. - Be mindful of the timeline for questions and submission dates. - All communications must be conducted through the In-tend portal; do not contact the service area directly. - Regularly check the Clarification tab for updates and responses to bidder questions, as these will be shared with all bidders to maintain fairness. - Avoid submitting your tender just before the deadline to prevent potential IT issues; submissions via email will not be accepted. - The Council is committed to supporting suppliers throughout the tender process. If you have questions or need clarification, please reach out to the Procurement lead through the In-tend system. **Participation Options:** - **Opting In**: Confirm your intention to participate and submit a tender by opting in. - **Opting Out**: If you choose not to submit a tender, you can opt out and provide a reason if desired. This will stop any automated communications, but you can opt back in at any time. **Contract Details:** - **Target Start Date**: April 1, 2026 - **Contract Duration**: 3 years, with options for 1-year extensions (1+1). For more information and to submit your tender, please visit the [Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/48b6caa2-c05f-49c6-805c-3b2d69be0e8d). The deadline for submissions is November 24, 2025.