Tender

Extension and Refurbishment of Hepworth House to accommodate for the new Centre of Eyecare Excellence

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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Tender

19 Feb 2025 at 15:09

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth is inviting tenders for the extension and refurbishment of Hepworth House to establish the new Centre of Eyecare Excellence. This project aims to expand facilities for the School of Health Professions by consolidating two existing optometry sites into one central location. This procurement falls under the industry category of construction work, specifically focussed on building construction and refurbishment. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with an open procedure method. Key dates include the tender period ending on 21 March 2025, and the contract commencing on 2 May 2025, with completion expected by 30 September 2027. The project location is primarily in Plymouth, Devon, with provisions for delivery to broader regions including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses in the construction and building refurbishment sectors, particularly those experienced in large-scale renovation projects within academic institutions. SMEs are encouraged to compete for this contract. The significant investment in creating a state-of-the-art eyecare facility suggests opportunities for long-term partnerships and future projects. Companies with capabilities in delivering high-quality construction and refurbishment services, while adhering to strict timelines and quality standards, will find this tender suitable and strategically beneficial for business growth.

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Notice Title

Extension and Refurbishment of Hepworth House to accommodate for the new Centre of Eyecare Excellence

Notice Description

The University of Plymouth Project Brief is to facilitate the expansion of Optometry within the School of Health Professions that will involve the relocation of two existing optometry sites into the one main building at Hepworth House, which will provide the new Centre for Eye-care Excellence.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a5dc83f2-bf91-4875-b575-da7ee54cb501
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c6e281-9285-4808-bb92-e572114ab562
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45210000 - Building construction work

45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 2-3 years
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 PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
Miranda Carder
Contact Email
miranda.carder@plymouth.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1752582057

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH, DEVON
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

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