Lift Maintenance Contracts 2027
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview This notice is provided by the University of Canterbury for advance market awareness only regarding Lift Maintenance Contracts 2027. It is not a request for proposal or an invitation to submit a response. Further information, including the procurement process, requirements, and anticipated timeframes, will be provided in the formal market opportunity. Site Inspection Prospective respondents should note that there will be a one-off site visit in advance of the formal procurement being released, due to the upcoming term break. Location: Christchurch Dates: 19 and 20 August 2026 Duration: Anticipated to take 2 full days Details will be sent to registered organisations closer to the time. Instructions to Tenderers The RFP is expected to be published on 24 August 2026. To register for the site visit, please send an email to procurement@canterbury.ac.nz confirming how many people will be attending over the 2 days, quoting UC reference 26-053 Lift Maintenance Contracts 2027. The deadline for registering is 2pm Monday 17 August 2026. Enquiries Contact: Phil Shaw Email: procurement@canterbury.ac.nz
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