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Award

14 Jul 2026 at 08:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, identified as "UWQ352 - Various Works - AWARD", was initiated by the University of Worcester, located at Henwick Grove, Worcester. This tender falls within the construction works industry, with classification under the CPV code 45000000. The contract is concerned with various construction works, executed around the St John's campus, using a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure. Key dates include the tender period's end on 15th June 2026 and the contract period spanning from 20th July 2026 to 31st August 2026. The procurement stage is at the Award, having been completed on 10th July 2026 with a contract value of £78,240.16, awarded to Speller Metcalfe.

This tender provides a strategic opportunity for construction and engineering businesses, particularly those capable of managing medium-scale projects. Although it's noted that the suitability does not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with a strong track record in works and the capability to meet the procurement standards set by the University of Worcester are well-suited to engage in such opportunities. It opens avenues in multiple regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and United Kingdom, amongst others, thus enabling growth and geographic expansion for experienced contractors in the construction domain.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

UWQ352 - Various Works - AWARD

Notice Description

The University is utilising the DN642253 Procure Partnership Framework for Medium Works to carry out a competition for various works around the St John's campus.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cb2672fd-ce86-493c-8af6-c8a7a4cebd8b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b210afb7-27ed-424f-9f76-6f1ee46198d4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£78,240 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 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
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPELLER METCALFE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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