The North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC) launched the new Lifts Consultancy, Maintenance, Refurbishment and Installation Framework Agreement, providing institutions with a fully compliant, efficient, and flexible solution for all vertical transportation requirements.
🔍 FTS Notice Reference: 2025/S 000-006466
🗓 Framework Duration: 20 August 2025 – 19 August 2028 (with option to extend until 19 August 2029)
📞 Agreement Manager: Andy Hughes – a.hughes@neupc.ac.uk | 0113 487 1756
For more information: Hunter CSM
This framework has been procured collaboratively by NEUPC and is accessible to members of APUC, HEPCW, LUPC, NWUPC, SUPC.
✅ Key Benefits of the Framework
- PCR2015-compliant, streamlined route to market
- Flexible call-off options: Direct Award, Desktop Exercise or Further Competition
- National coverage with strong regional/SME participation
- Managed by experienced sector procurement professionals
- Includes sustainability commitments via the Net Positive supplier action tool
- Benefits reported in line with HEPA Procurement Benefits Reporting Guidance
🛠 Framework Structure – 3 Lots Covering All Requirements
Lot 1 - Lift Service & Maintenance
Regional sub-lots across the UK (North East & Yorkshire, North West & NI, East of England, South West, South East & London, Wales). Includes LOLER-compliant maintenance, call-outs, emergency release, defect rectification, autodialler testing.
Lot 2 - Installation & Modernisation
National coverage for new lifts, platforms and stairlifts, plus modernisation projects. Full delivery including builder’s works, electrical and setting out.
Lot 3 - Lift Consultancy
National coverage for site surveys, design/specification, tender support, audits, compliance assessments (LOLER, Equality Act), project management and energy efficiency reviews.
🔧 Scope of Services Includes:
- Routine maintenance and emergency call-outs
- Lift modernisation and refurbishment
- Full lift installations and associated works
- Consultancy support: design, specification, tendering, compliance audits
- Equality Act/DDA compliance advice
- Energy and sustainability assessments
🛒 How to Access the Framework
Institutions can procure via Direct Award, Desktop Exercise or Further Competition. Full guidance, supplier information and call-off instructions are available on the NEUPC Agreements Page.
For full documentation and supplier details, please contact Andy Hughes or visit Hunter CSM.
