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BSMS Strategy and Ops Review

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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07 Jul 2025 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex, located in Brighton, England, has completed the procurement process for a strategic and operational review of its medical school (BSMS). The tender, titled "BSMS Strategy and Ops Review," falls under the industry category of Business and Management Consultancy Services. This procurement, identified by the code US_25074, was carried out through a limited procurement method involving competitive quotation, aiming to keep costs below a certain threshold. The request for quote was issued on 31st January 2025 and closed on 26th February 2025. The award was announced on 30th May 2025, with the contract period running from 30th June 2025 to 29th June 2026. The total contract value is £30,000 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in governance, organisational reviews, and strategies for higher education institutions. The contract was awarded to Huron Consulting Services UK Ltd, a large-scale enterprise; however, the procurement process encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), indicating that businesses of various scales could have been competitive. Companies with a keen interest in academic institutions or those with experience in similar sectors would find such tenders appealing for growth and portfolio expansion. Although the time frame for this particular tender has closed, understanding the procurement process can provide valuable insights for businesses aiming to engage in future opportunities with universities and similar entities.

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Notice Title

BSMS Strategy and Ops Review

Notice Description

a review of the governance and organisational model/arrangements for the medical school (BSMS). Request for quote issued to selected suppliers 31/1/2025 closed 26/02/2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-276c92ce-db89-4d22-818d-21961e93ad75
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4384e84b-b7d9-4517-bce6-961796984a4e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 202511 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2025 - 29 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HURON CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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