Lift Servicing and Maintenance

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is seeking tenders for the fully comprehensive maintenance and inspection of lifts across its buildings. This contract, identified as solicitation T777, has an estimated value of 450,000 GBP excluding VAT and is scheduled to run from May 26, 2027, to May 25, 2028. Interested parties must submit their proposals electronically via the esourcingni.gov.uk portal by December 7, 2026, at 12:00pm, with an enquiry deadline of November 30, 2026. The award will be determined by a weighted evaluation consisting of 85 percent cost and 15 percent quality. Cost submissions must include a detailed breakdown of components, associated time, and pricing. The quality evaluation focuses on the tenderer's ability to meet service delivery requirements, specifically their strategy for handling high priority call outs within stipulated time frames, labor arrangements for holiday and sickness cover, and contingency plans for vehicle or plant breakdowns, including the availability of spare plant.