Tender

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T25-0047 Start Up Support Services Lot 4 UX & Service Design

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE

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11 Jun 2026 at 13:50

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09 Jun 2026 at 15:31

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Summary of the contracting process

Northumbria University at Newcastle is inviting tenders for the "GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T25-0047 Start Up Support Services Lot 4 UX & Service Design". The procurement falls under the industry category of miscellaneous business-related services and will be delivered in the North East region of the United Kingdom. This tender is currently in the amendment stage and noted for its updated suitability to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The procurement process follows an open procedure method, with the tender period closing on 7th July 2026. The contract commences on 1st August 2026 and will run until 31st July 2029.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in business development and consultancy, particularly those with expertise in supporting young entrepreneurs and graduates in developing self-employment and start-up initiatives. The contract, valued at £500,000, is part of eight lots, offering various avenues for growth. Ideal bidders would include business consultancies or service design firms capable of delivering mentoring, workshops, and bootcamp events as specified in the procurement description. Engaging in this project could enhance their portfolio within the educational support sector and expand their presence in the North East of England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T25-0047 Start Up Support Services Lot 4 UX & Service Design

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 11 June 2026 for the following reason: Is this notice suitable for SMEs? The original notice stated 'no'. This has now been amended to state 'yes'.(The University is seeking to procure advice, guidance and support for students and graduates that are either considering the idea of self-employment or business start-up as a chosen career path, or who are looking to develop enterprising skills and entrepreneurial mindset to enhance their employability. Support will be delivered using a mixed methods approach, through dedicated one-to-one mentoring sessions, workshops, in-residency days at our on-campus Incubator, as well as through bootcamp style events. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VALUE STIPULATED IS FOR THE TOTAL CONTRACT WHICH CONSISTS OF EIGHT LOTS)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af94b494-4a7c-4b26-9945-605d7e96d8e2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

79990000 - Miscellaneous business-related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8ST
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

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