Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
15 May 2026
Published
16 April 2026
Type
goods
Overview
This tender will facilitate service continuity for the Auto Doors and Roller Shutters contract by addressing an operational requirement of the council to ensure scheduled servicing, maintenance, inspection, and responsive repairs of automatic doors, roller shutters, electric gates, and car park barriers.
AI Analysis
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The council needs a contractor to look after their automatic doors, roller shutters, electric gates, and car park barriers across their buildings. The work includes regular scheduled servicing and maintenance, safety inspections, and fixing things when they break down.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents for qualifications, insurance, certifications, and safety standards required.
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Carry out scheduled servicing of automatic doors, roller shutters, electric gates, and car park barriers
- Perform routine maintenance work to keep equipment in working order
- Conduct safety inspections of all equipment
- Respond to and repair faults and breakdowns (reactive maintenance)
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a 'service continuity' contract — the council is replacing an existing supplier, so look for details about current service levels, response times, and how many sites/pieces of equipment you'd be covering.
- 2Check the full tender documents for the 'scope of work' section — it will specify exactly which buildings, how many doors/shutters/gates/barriers, and the annual service schedule.
- 3Look for 'Key Performance Indicators' (KPIs) — these are usually response time targets (e.g. 'emergency repairs within 24 hours') and availability targets you must meet.
- 4Find the contract value and term length — this tells you the financial commitment and whether it's a 1-year, 3-year, or longer deal.
- 5Watch for 'mobilisation' requirements — the council may ask you to take over the existing contract on a specific date, so understand what handover tasks are needed.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Check if you need specialized certifications for auto door and shutter repair — most councils require technicians to hold relevant qualifications (e.g. from manufacturers or industry bodies). If you don't have these, consider partnering with a larger firm as a subcontractor.
- Understand the 'call-out' model — councils often want rapid response to breakdowns. Factor in standby costs, travel time across multiple sites, and out-of-hours cover if the tender requires it.
- Look at social value scoring in the evaluation criteria — councils often award points for apprenticeships, local employment, or environmental measures. Even small commitments (e.g. 'we'll train one apprentice') can boost your score against larger competitors.
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Sheffield City CouncilKey Dates
Published
16 April 2026
Submission deadline
15 May 2026
Notice type
opportunity
Source
eu supply
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