Tender

GB-Bath: University of Bath 5 West Laboratory Refurbishment

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Tender

05 Mar 2025 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath is initiating a refurbishment project for its 5 West Laboratory, which includes the renewal of existing finishes, the installation of lab benching with associated power, and the setup of lab gases. This procurement falls under the "Overhaul and refurbishment work" industry category and targets the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with an open procurement method. Key dates include a tender submission deadline of 28th March 2025, and the project is expected to run from 5th May 2025 to 31st July 2025. The estimated contract value ranges between £100,000 and £500,000.

This tender presents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the University's openness to these economic operators. Companies specialising in laboratory refurbishments, construction, and installation services are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this project would enhance their portfolio and reputation for handling high-value and specialised refurbishment works, thereby positioning them for future public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

GB-Bath: University of Bath 5 West Laboratory Refurbishment

Notice Description

The University of Bath has a requirement for a Laboratory refurbishment project including the renewal of existing finishes, installation of lab benching with associated power, and the installation of lab gases. Full details are provided within the tender documents. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5f74d89-3cd6-47e0-9ac4-c877e6ab1c9f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA1 1JW
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Kingsmead
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

Notice Documents

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