Planning

Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Planning

07 May 2026 at 13:55

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently in the planning stage for its upcoming "Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026," which falls under the industry category of consultative engineering and construction services (CPV: 71310000). This framework aims to support the university's estates, infrastructure, and capital projects, with lots including Building Surveying Services, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services, among others. Located in Manchester, England (postal code: M13 9PL), this procurement process follows a selective method under a restricted procedure. Although further details will be provided by 29th May 2026, the procurement's anticipated start and end dates are 1st January 2027 and 31st December 2031, respectively.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction consultancy and engineering-related services to collaborate with a major academic institution and participate in projects of varying complexity and value. Companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), will find this framework strategically valuable as it facilitates access to a broad spectrum of consultancy activities, including engineering design and project management services. Engaging with this framework could enable aligned businesses to expand their portfolio and establish long-term partnerships with the University of Manchester.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026

Notice Description

The University of Manchester is providing advance notice of its intention to procure a Construction Consultancy Services Framework to support the delivery of its estates, infrastructure, and capital projects. The Framework will be structured across multiple Lots, including: * Lot 5: Building Surveying Services / Building Surveying and Project Management Services * Lot 6: Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services * Lot 7: Structural and Civil Engineering Services * Lot 8: Project Health and Safety / CDM Advisor Services The Framework is intended to provide access to appropriately qualified consultants across a range of disciplines, enabling the University to procure services for projects of varying scale, value, and complexity. In addition to core services, the Framework will allow for the provision of supplementary and specialist services to support integrated delivery. Information relating to: * the proposed Framework structure and scope * supplementary services * indicative procurement timetable * proposed Framework duration * estimated spend and anticipated project volumes by Lot * evaluation criteria for Framework submissions; is set out within the attached draft 'Instructions and Guidance' and 'Project Summary' documents. Please note: * All dates are indicative, and the tender may be released earlier or later than currently anticipated. * All information is provided in draft form and remains subject to change. Interested organisations should ensure they are registered on the University's In tend portal to access the tender documentation when it is published (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Registration). Any queries or expressions of interest at this stage may be directed to the named University contacts: David Sims - Framework Manager - david.sims@manchester.ac.uk Charlotte Hardman - Senior Category Manager - charlotte.hardman@manchester.ac.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eccb700b-dffa-43fa-b8b1-7190183b7225
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

71320000 - Engineering design services

71340000 - Integrated engineering services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 May 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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