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The Provision of Consultancy Services for the Procurement of Estates Maintenance Contracts - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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29 May 2025 at 11:31

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire has completed a procurement process for the provision of consultancy services related to estate maintenance contracts. The awarding stage for this process has been reached, with Litmus FM Services Limited selected as the supplier. This open procedure falls under the building services consultancy and project management consultancy categories, focusing on general management consultancy services. The procurement is classified within the services category and is suitable for SMEs but not for VCSEs. The contract period is scheduled from 30th April 2025 to 30th October 2026, and the contract’s value is £33,108. The geographical locations for service delivery include the United Kingdom, the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and more broadly throughout Europe and the Rest of the World.

This awarded contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, especially those specialising in building or project management consultancy. It’s an excellent opportunity for SMEs looking to expand their business portfolio within the public sector. The involvement with a reputable institution like the University of Bedfordshire can serve as a substantial reference for similar future projects, enhancing credibility and marketability. The comprehensive nature of the service requirements ensures that businesses with diverse expertise in consultancy services can find potential avenues for growth through participation in such procurement processes.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Consultancy Services for the Procurement of Estates Maintenance Contracts - AWARD

Notice Description

The Provision of Consultancy Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c4399e6-b033-4237-80d6-306e12cf954c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b9dc049-ad13-4786-af80-2040cf7c6afa
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

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


CPV Codes

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,108 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 30 Oct 2026 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 BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDS
Postcode
LU1 3EU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LITMUS FM SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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