TK Elevator Belgium Secures €265 Million Flemish Government Contract for Lift Maintenance Services
21 Oct 2025
Brussels, Belgium - October 13, 2025 The Flemish Government has awarded a major framework contract valued at €265 million to TK Elevator Belgium for the preventive and corrective maintenance of lift installations and lifting equipment across Flanders and Brussels. The award, published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJ S 196/2025), underscores the region’s commitment to maintaining safety, reliability, and efficiency across public infrastructure.Comprehensive Lift Maintenance FrameworkThe awarded framework agreement, launched under procedure 2025/HFB/OP/136063, covers the servicing of approximately 100 elevators and lifting devices spread across 40 government-owned sites. The contract allows for changes in both the number of lifts and the service locations during its execution, offering flexibility to accommodate new facilities or modifications in the existing infrastructure portfolio.The Agency for Facility Services, acting on behalf of the Flemish Government as a central purchasing body, will coordinate implementation under the framework agreement.Award Details and CriteriaThe open procurement process attracted three bids, with tender values ranging between €183.9 million and €261.7 million. Following evaluation, TK Elevator Belgium was selected based on a balanced combination of price (60 points) and service quality (40 points) - including maintenance efficiency, digital service capabilities, and response times.The contract, which was signed on 6 October 2025, is structured as a framework agreement without reopening of competition and does not have a fixed duration limit, ensuring ongoing operational continuity for public facilities.Service Scope and Digital IntegrationThe scope of the contract extends beyond routine preventive maintenance to include corrective interventions, technical inspections, and compliance with safety standards as set out in the Belgian Public Procurement Act of 17 June 2016.A significant emphasis is placed on digital transformation, with the tender requiring a user-friendly digital platform for service reporting, scheduling, and performance monitoring - ensuring transparency and real-time oversight of maintenance activities across all serviced sites.Strategic and Economic ImpactThis large-scale contract represents a critical investment in the operational safety of public buildings and enhances infrastructure sustainability within the Flemish region. By awarding the project to TK Elevator Belgium, one of the country’s leading lift service providers, the government aims to ensure high service reliability while leveraging advanced maintenance technologies.With a total estimated framework value of €220.9 million and a maximum ceiling of €265.1 million, the agreement aligns with Belgium’s broader infrastructure modernization and digital public services agenda.About the WinnerTK Elevator Belgium, headquartered in Haren, operates as part of the global TK Elevator group - a major player in urban mobility solutions. The company specializes in elevator and escalator maintenance, modernization, and digital monitoring systems across public and private sectors.ConclusionThis contract award highlights the Flemish Government’s proactive approach to maintaining safe, efficient, and digitally managed lift systems across public buildings. The partnership with TK Elevator Belgium is set to drive long-term operational excellence, innovation, and reliability within Belgium’s public infrastructure framework.Tags:#Belgium, #Flemish Government, #TK Elevator Belgium, #public procurement, #lift maintenance, #infrastructure services, #framework agreement, #contract award, #Brussels, #Flanders, #facility management, #elevator modernization
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Wyckaert Wins €24.2 Million Contract for Major Campus Renovation at Erasmushoge school Brussel
08 Oct 2025
Brussels, Belgium - October 7, 2025 - The Erasmushogeschool Brussel has officially awarded a €24.26 million construction contract to Algemene Ondernemingen Robert Wyckaert for the large-scale renovation of its Jette campus, marking a major investment in higher education infrastructure in the Brussels-Capital Region.A Multi-Phase Modernization ProjectThe contract, published under Notice 654167-2025 in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJ S 192/2025), covers the “Verbouwing campus Jette” project-an ambitious refurbishment of the 15,750 m² university campus. The project will be executed in three phases, allowing the campus to remain operational throughout the construction period.Work is scheduled to begin on 3 November 2025, with completion expected by 15 December 2028. The procurement procedure was conducted under the open procedure format in compliance with EU Directive 2014/24/EU.The object of the assignment is the renovation of a college campus of 15,750 m2 while the college will remain in use during the works - the works will be carried out in 3 phases.Competitive Tendering ProcessThe tender attracted eight bids from major Belgian construction firms, reflecting high interest in the project. Competing bidders included Peremans, Artes Roegiers, Louis De Waele Construction, Pellikaan Bouwbedrijf, Valens, Strabag Belgium, and A C H Bouw.Robert Wyckaert secured the contract as the lowest admissible tender, submitting an offer of €24,263,758.28, while the highest bid reached nearly €29.48 million. The award criteria weighted price at 80 points, underscoring the project’s emphasis on cost-efficiency within public procurement standards.About the Winning ContractorFounded in Ghent, Algemene Ondernemingen Robert Wyckaert is a well-established Belgian construction firm recognized for its expertise in complex renovation and building projects across the education, healthcare, and commercial sectors. With decades of experience and a reputation for technical precision, the company has contributed to numerous public infrastructure initiatives, reinforcing its standing as a reliable partner for large-scale institutional projects.Strategic Investment in Brussels Education InfrastructureThe Jette campus renovation represents a key milestone in the Erasmushogeschool Brussel’s long-term strategy to modernize its facilities and enhance sustainability, accessibility, and learning environments. The renovation aims to accommodate future growth while maintaining operations for students and faculty during the three-year construction period.The project also underscores the Belgian government’s ongoing investment in educational infrastructure, contributing to the Brussels-Capital Region’s economic activity through job creation and local supply chain engagement.Tags: belgium tenders, Brussels procurement news, Construction work for college buildings Brussel, Verbouwing campus Jette, Robert Wyckaert, contract award Belgium, tender results, government contracts, education infrastructure, awarded tenders, public procurement Belgium, construction news Europe
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