Planning

Strategic Partnership for London Branch Campus and International Pathway College (IPC) at Main Sheffield Campus

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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Planning

16 Dec 2024 at 15:56

Planning

16 Dec 2024 at 15:54

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University is planning to procure services for a "Strategic Partnership for London Branch Campus and International Pathway College (IPC) at Main Sheffield Campus." This tender falls under the higher education services industry category and is situated in England, United Kingdom. The process is currently at the planning stage, with significant dates including the publication of a future procurement notice on 16 December 2024 and the start of the contract period on 1 January 2026, lasting until 31 December 2036. The total estimated procurement value is GBP 121,000,000. The procurement method is specified as "Other - Light Touch Regime," indicating a more flexible process suitable for the nature of the service being procured.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in higher education and international student services. Suitable contenders would likely include large-scale education providers, particularly those with experience in managing branch campuses and pathway programmes. Companies that can deliver innovative and collaborative education solutions, support international student integration and progression, and efficiently manage large budgets over extended periods will find ample opportunities for growth and strategic partnerships through this procurement. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest through the In-tend portal to discuss the proposed approach and further details. Sheffield Hallam University values specialised expertise and innovative approaches, making this a significant opportunity for the right business partners.

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Notice Title

Strategic Partnership for London Branch Campus and International Pathway College (IPC) at Main Sheffield Campus

Notice Description

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is issued to inform potential interested parties of an upcoming procurement opportunity for the delivery of two pivotal initiatives for Sheffield Hallam University: 1. London Branch Campus: Establishing a collaborative and innovative strategic partnership for the operation and management of the institution's London Branch Campus. 2. International Pathway College (IPC) in Sheffield: Developing and operating a dedicated International Pathway College at the institution's main campus in Sheffield, supporting international students with pathway (feeder) programmes and tailored services for successful progression onto Sheffield Hallam University degree courses. Please note that spend data and year-on-year modelling in this notice is based on best estimates before market engagement tasks, and is subject to change. Further details are available at: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffieldhallamuniversity Interested parties should reply through the In-tend portal correspondence functionality, expressing their interest in discussing the proposed approach further. Please include the name, email address and telephone number of the person(s) you'd like us to contact. We'll then be in touch to arrange a mutually suitable time to discuss further.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-74e2ee86-df45-4b13-8892-50c9d5e5a8be
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94c423ee-c0a1-4a9b-b54f-b072b5b0edf1
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Light Touch Regime
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£121,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Dec 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2036 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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