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Feasibility Study for a 132kv Point of Connection

UNIVERSITY OF KEELE

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07 May 2026 at 11:09

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Keele has recently completed the procurement process for a feasibility study concerning a 132kv point of connection. This project falls under the category of infrastructure works consultancy services, with a call-off made from the NHS SBS Healthcare Planning, Construction Consultancy and Ancillary Services Framework (ref: SBS10190). Based in Newcastle, England, the tender commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude by 31st July 2026. The procurement followed a selective method, indicating that responses were sought from specific suppliers, with Couch Perry & Wilkes LLP being awarded the contract valued at £34,896.

This tender opens opportunities for businesses within the consultancy services sector, particularly those specialising in infrastructure works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) might find such contracts advantageous due to the specific nature of services required and the structured call-off framework. The awarded contract highlights the potential for similar consultancy firms to engage in strategic partnerships and deliver specialised services that meet governmental and public sector needs, subsequently enhancing business profiles and fostering growth in the competitive consultancy landscape.

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Notice Title

Feasibility Study for a 132kv Point of Connection

Notice Description

Call-Off under the NHS SBS Healthcare Planning, Construction Consultancy and Ancillary Services Framework - ref: SBS10190

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4575951f-dd4c-4c8c-bfd2-b5f406efbd5c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27f90473-8c19-4380-a6cf-086f3c6e8cf0
Current Stage
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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

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£34,896 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,896 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 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 KEELE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
ST5 5BG
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Electoral Ward
Keele
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle-under-Lyme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COUCH PERRY & WILKES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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