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Award

30 Jul 2026 at 09:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Lancaster University sought a fit-out contractor to develop a multi-functional collaboration space for the School of Mathematical Sciences within the Charles Carter Building in Lancaster. The contract has been awarded to Overbury plc, following an open procurement procedure. The tender pertains to the refurbishment and construction work industry categories, with the contract period running from 3rd August 2026 to 14th December 2026. The award was officially completed on 22nd July 2026, and the associated documentation was published on 30th July 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those skilled in large-scale refurbishments and bespoke design projects. Business growth can be achieved by partnering with universities or public sector entities that regularly require infrastructure development. Although this particular contract has been awarded, similar opportunities may arise for companies with robust project management capabilities and experience in delivering educational institution projects. This is especially pertinent to larger organisations due to the project's scale, as the procurement suitability criteria do not favour small and medium enterprises or voluntary, community, and social enterprises.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Fit-Out Contractor for Charles Carter Building - AWARD

Notice Description

The University, Lancaster University, Bailrigg, LA1 4YW, is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the appointment of a design and build fit-out contractor to deliver a new multi-functional collaboration space for the School of Mathematical Sciences on the A Floor of the Charles Carter Building. The deadline for submissions for this tender is 12pm 16th July 2026 and a site visit will take place at 10:30am on 2nd July.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bc5ad908-ea78-4ea9-ae51-5b27811562ae
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b278ddd2-d92a-48de-8b59-7c407e0af776
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction 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
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 14 Dec 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVERBURY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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