Construction Contract Leads
Yorkshire and the Humber
Category Services
Type Tender
No. of Lots 20
Status Active
Published 22nd Sep 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-04fec8 |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | Mechanical and electrical engineering services |
| Procurement Method | Open procedure |
| Value | £4,408,000 |
Yorkshire and the Humber
Category Services
Type Tender
No. of Lots 20
Status Active
Published 22nd Sep 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-04fec8 |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | Mechanical and electrical engineering services |
| Procurement Method | Open procedure |
| Value | £4,408,000 |
Scope
Reference
100113816
Description
The City of York Council has an opportunity for Mechanical & Electrical Framework. We require contractors with extensive knowledge in designing, installing, commissioning, maintaining and repairing commercial Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) assets. CYC also require M&E consultancy type services such as M&E designers, M&E condition surveys and feasibility studies to assist us with our approach to building management and to support us with reducing our carbon footprint
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £4,408,000 excluding VAT
- £5,289,600 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 11 February 2027 to 10 February 2029
- Possible extension to 10 February 2031
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
2 additional available extensions of 12 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services
Contract locations
- UKE21 - York
Lot constraints
Maximum number of lots a supplier can bid for: 5
Maximum number of lots a supplier can be awarded: 5
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
Bidders may choose up to a maximum of 5 trade categories they wish to bid for. If a bidder submits a bid for more than 5 trade categories, the top 5 listed will be taken forward and any subsequent trade categories bid for will be disregarded from the submitted bid and will not be evaluated.
Lot 1. Trade Category 1 - Electrical
Description
Requirement for:
- Commercial Electrical Engineer LV
- Commercial Electrical Designer LV
- Electrical Inspection and Testing Engineer
- Data Cabling Electrician
- Fixed Appliance Testing Engineer
- Portable Appliance Test Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT
- £1,440,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. HVAC Controls
Description
Requirements:
- BMS / Controls Engineer
- BMS Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £80,000 excluding VAT
- £96,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Access Control & Intruder Alarm Systems
Description
Requirements:
- Access Control Systems Engineer
- Access Control Systems Design Engineer
- Intruder Alarm Systems Engineer
- Intruder Alarms Systems Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Lightning Protection
Description
Requirement for:
- Lightning Protection Service Engineer
- Lightning Protection Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £60,000 excluding VAT
- £72,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. UPS & Generator
Description
Requirement for:
- Generator Engineer
- UPS Engineer
- UPS / Generator Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £8,000 excluding VAT
- £9,600 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Solar PV
Description
Requirements for:
- Solar PV Engineer
- Sola PV Installation Engineer
- Solar PV Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £300,000 excluding VAT
- £360,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Electric Vehicle Chargers
Description
Requirements for:
- Electric Vehicle Charging point Installation Electrician
- Electrical Vehicle Charging Point Service and Repair Electrician
- Electric Vehicle Charging Point Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £40,000 excluding VAT
- £48,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Mechanical
Description
Requirement for:
- Commercial Mechanical Engineer
- Commercial Heating Engineer
- Commercial Gas Engineer
- Commercial Kitchen - Gas Service Engineer
- Commercial Plumber
- Commercial Mechanical Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,000,000 excluding VAT
- £1,200,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Biomass
Description
Requirement for:
- Biomass Boiler Service Engineer
- Biomass Boiler Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £40,000 excluding VAT
- £48,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Air Conditioning
Description
- Air Conditioning Engineer
- Air Source / Ground Source Heat Pump Engineer
- Refrigeration Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £300,000 excluding VAT
- £360,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Ventilation
Description
Requirement for:
- Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) Service Engineer
- Ventilation Engineer
- Ventilation Design Engineer
- Fire Damper Service Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £300,000 excluding VAT
- £360,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Sprinkler Systems
Description
Requirement for:
- Sprinkler and Misting Systems Engineer
- Sprinkler and Misting Systems Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £60,000 excluding VAT
- £72,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Catering Equipment
Description
Requirement for:
- Commercial Catering Equipment Service Engineer
- Commercial Catering Equipment Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £20,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Lifting Aids
Description
Requirement for:
- Medical Aid and Lifting Equipment Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £80,000 excluding VAT
- £96,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Access Equipment
Description
Requirement for:
- Access Equipment Inspection Engineer
- Access Equipment Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £60,000 excluding VAT
- £72,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Professional Services & Surveys
Description
Requirements:
- Commercial M&E Technical Consultant
- Facilities Management Consultant M&E services
- M&E Building Surveyor
- M&E Feasibility studies
Lot value (estimated)
- £40,000 excluding VAT
- £48,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. M&E Design, Engineering, Drawing & Technical services
Description
Requirements:
- Commercial Building Mechanical Design Engineer
- Commercial Building Electrical Design Engineer
- Commercial Building Heating Design Engineer
- Auto CAD Drawing Technician
- Revit Drawing Technician
- BIM Technician
- Level 5 3D Dynamic thermal modelling
- CIBSE TM 52/59 Assessments
Lot value (estimated)
- £160,000 excluding VAT
- £192,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Doors, Gates and Roller Shutters
Description
Requirements:
- Doors, Gates and Roller Shutters Engineer
- Commercial Doors, gates and Roller Shutters Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £480,000 excluding VAT
- £576,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Stage Lighting
Description
Requirements:
- Specialist Lighting Electrical Inspection and Service Engineer
- Specialist Lighting Design Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £40,000 excluding VAT
- £48,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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. Fire Fighting
Description
Requirements:
- Fire Fighting Equipment Service Engineer (Portable Equipment)
- Fire Fighting Equipment P50 Installation Engineer
Lot value (estimated)
- £120,000 excluding VAT
- £144,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
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.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
60
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Call Off Contracts may be awarded in accordance with Clause 4 of a Framework ("Award Procedures"), by way of
of:
(a) Direct Award of up to £40,000 per award: or
(b) Mini Competition in accordance with the Framework process
The Council may Direct Award by:
(1) identifying the relevant Lot which its Services requirements fall into;
(2) sending an Order to the Framework Provider ranked highest following the evaluation of its Tender as set out in Schedule 2;
(3) if the Framework Provider who was ranked highest is not able to provide the Services, sending an Order to the Framework Provider ranked next highest; and
(4) repeating the process set out in 3 above until the Order is fulfilled or there are no further Framework Providers qualified to fulfil it.
Any Mini Competition will be conducted in line with 4.5 - 4.7 in a Framework Agreement.
Pricing is to be in accordance with Clause 6 of a Framework Contract, the Specification and Pricing Matrix for each Lot as applicable.
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Trade Category 1 - Electrical
Required to be NICEIC/NAPIT qualified or other approved equivalent
Lot 3. Access Control & Intruder Alarm Systems
BAFE or approved equivalent
Lot 5. UPS & Generator
Lot 7. Electric Vehicle Chargers
Lot 19. Stage Lighting
- NICEIC/NAPIT or approved equivalent
Lot 6. Solar PV
- NICEIC/NAPIT MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) or approved equivalent
Lot 8. Mechanical
Lot 13. Catering Equipment
Gas Safe or approved equivalent
Lot 10. Air Conditioning
- REFCOM Elite F-Gas Certification or approved equivalent
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Trade Category 1 - Electrical
Lot 2. HVAC Controls
Lot 3. Access Control & Intruder Alarm Systems
Lot 4. Lightning Protection
Lot 5. UPS & Generator
Lot 6. Solar PV
Lot 7. Electric Vehicle Chargers
Lot 8. Mechanical
Lot 9. Biomass
Lot 10. Air Conditioning
Lot 11. Ventilation
Lot 12. Sprinkler Systems
Lot 13. Catering Equipment
Lot 14. Lifting Aids
Lot 15. Access Equipment
Lot 16. Professional Services & Surveys
Lot 17. M&E Design, Engineering, Drawing & Technical services
Lot 18. Doors, Gates and Roller Shutters
Lot 19. Stage Lighting
Lot 20. Fire Fighting
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
26 October 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
2 November 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://yortender.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=YORTENDER
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
11 January 2027
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rates | Price | 15% |
| Servicing Items | Price | 15% |
| Operations Team | Quality | 12% |
| Health & Safety | Quality | 12% |
| Framework and Performance Management | Quality | 12% |
| Quality Assurance | Quality | 12% |
| Social Value & Sustainability | Quality | 12% |
| Call Out Rates | Price | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
City of York Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQVW-9426-LDJV
West Offices, Station Rise
York
YO1 6GA
United Kingdom
Email: procurement [at] york.gov.uk
Region: UKE21 - York
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
