Supply, Install & Maintenance of Laundry Equipment

The award of the contract is permitted in accordance with Section 41 and Paragraph 7 of Schedule 5 to the Procurement Act 2023 on the basis that:

a) Additional or repeat services;

The public contract concerns the supply of services by the existing supplier which are

intended as an extension to, or partial replacement of, existing services in circumstances

where-

(a) a change in supplier would result in the contracting authority receiving services that

are different from, or incompatible with, the existing services, and

(b) the difference or incompatibility would result in disproportionate technical difficulties in

operation or maintenance.

Of particular note:

The Supplier has previously provided the same services to the University and has a high degree of institutional and location knowledge, as well as good working relationships with

internal stakeholders. This decision is based on the grounds of technical and economic impracticality of switching suppliers within the required timeframe and the absence of a suitable

competitive alternative that delivers equivalent value for money and continuity.

This renewal will ensure continuity of services to students with the Supplier's proven support channels and includes the replacement of all washer and dryer equipment with brand new machines which will significantly improve the student experience.

These upgrades are expected to reduce maintenance issues, improve energy efficiency,

and modernise the overall look and functionality of the facilities.

The value is approximate and has included a provision for any potential new accommodation sites the University may procure. It also isn't known exactly how many students will take up the offer of the free washes per term therefore an approximate

contract spend has been provided.