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All Projects - Structural Engineering Services

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH

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03 Sep 2025 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "All Projects - Structural Engineering Services" was conducted by the University of Portsmouth, aiming to engage structural engineering consultancy services. This procurement falls under the services category with the CPV classification code 71312000. It was executed as a direct award through the ProcurePublic Ltd framework agreement, specifically for structural engineers. The project is located in Portsmouth, England, with the contract actively awarded to Sweco UK Limited. The procurement followed a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contracting period commenced on 1st August 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on 31st July 2027. The award was announced and details published on 3rd September 2025, indicating an active status for the awarded contract.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in structural engineering consultancy services. The call-off nature of the contract allows services to be required as needed by the University, making it a flexible and potentially expansive engagement. Given its suitability for SMEs, small and medium-sized enterprises focusing on engineering consultancy in urban settings like Portsmouth could find this opportunity highly beneficial. Large companies such as Sweco UK Limited, with their established presence, have already successfully secured the contract, highlighting the competitive nature and growth potential within this sector. Businesses looking to expand their portfolio with academic institutions could significantly benefit from engaging in similar tenders.

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Notice Title

All Projects - Structural Engineering Services

Notice Description

The Contract is a direct award via the ProcurePublic Ltd framework agreement (Structural Engineers Framework MEPH and Building). The services are on a call-off basis as and when required by the University.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-42d8f935-49e0-482e-a30d-ad968cc9af06
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e82e38e4-8de6-47b4-aa49-b5faef60a1ba
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
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 PORTSMOUTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2UP
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWECO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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