Tender

5038.EFM.SW Geography Roofing

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Tender

13 Apr 2026 at 07:59

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield has initiated a tender process for the "5038.EFM.SW Geography Roofing" project, targeting the re-roofing of the Geography Building under the Department of Estates and Facilities Management. This procurement falls within the "Roof works and other special trade construction works" industry category. The project is situated in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom and involves replacing roofing coverings and aged roof structures. The procurement is in the Tender stage, with an open procedure below the threshold. Interested parties must submit their tender bids via the University’s e-tendering system by 1st May 2026 at 12 noon (UK time). The contract period extends from 15th June 2026 to 13th November 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in roofing and special trade construction works. With a project value of £985,000, businesses experienced in roof framing and construction works can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio in the education sector. The open procurement method allows broad participation, making it ideal for capable businesses ready to navigate the competitive tendering process and establish a partnership with a prestigious institution like the University of Sheffield. Businesses that can offer innovative roofing solutions and efficient project management will be particularly well-suited for this project.

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Notice Title

5038.EFM.SW Geography Roofing

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Estates and Facilities Management for re-roofing works. Scope of Requirement: The main aim of the project is to undertake reroofing works to the Geography Building, including replacement of roofing coverings to most areas, removal of life expired glazed roof lanterns and replacement of Linit U-channel glazing with new aluminium curtain walling. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 1st May 2026 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: The University of Sheffield is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU) as amended by the Public Procurement (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. The University reserves the right from time to time to voluntarily operate under the Public Contract Regulations (as defined above) on a case by case basis. Otherwise, advertisement of any contract in Find a Tender Service or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. For the avoidance of doubt, this procurement is not subject the Public Contract Regulations (as defined above).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1dd22aac-c5ea-47b0-887a-d238106143ee
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d256a723-27fb-4910-a7cd-cd2ebf176a56
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

45261000 - Erection and related works of roof frames and coverings

45262000 - Special trade construction works other than roof works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£985,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 13 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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