Tender

4912.EFM.SW.25 Arts Tower - Levels 1,2,3 and 7 Refurbishment

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Tender

04 Dec 2025 at 12:44

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is currently seeking bids for the refurbishment of Levels 1, 2, 3, and 7 in the Arts Tower, with the contracting process at the tender stage. This project, categorised under refurbishment work in Yorkshire and the Humber, UK, involves tasks such as removal and reinstallation of infrastructure, creating agile working spaces, and finishing touches across different levels. Potential bidders must submit their tenders via the University’s e-tendering system by 2nd January 2026, with work expected to commence on 23rd February 2026 and conclude by 1st May 2026. This open procedure below threshold allows for broad participation under the tender ID 4912.EFM.SW.25.

This refurbishment tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially those specialising in interior renovations and agile workspace solutions. The project’s scope requires businesses skilled in infrastructure removal, agile space creation, and interior finishing, making it ideal for companies with expertise in minor architectural works and refurbishments. Minor refurbishment works provide avenues for SMEs to showcase their capabilities in delivering efficient and cost-effective solutions within educational settings, potentially enhancing their portfolio in academia-related projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

4912.EFM.SW.25 Arts Tower - Levels 1,2,3 and 7 Refurbishment

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Estates and Facilities Management for minor refurbishment works in the Arts Tower. Scope of Requirement: The main aim of the project is to undertake minor refurbishment works to Levels, 1,2,3 and 7 of the Arts Tower. Works are as follows: * Level 1: Removal of existing service wall and making good finishes. * Level 2: Removal of existing reception desk, two doors and glazed screen. Making good finishes. * Level 3: Provision of new agile working space, including alterations to existing service walls and finishes. * Level 7: Removal of existing reception desk and two doors. Making good finishes. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 2nd January 2026 at 12:00 noon

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e0ef8de3-2ff3-491b-adaa-76bf69bab37e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8ed881b-fb2a-4b8d-a5ef-dc76f823c299
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£275,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 2025Today
Submission Deadline
2 Jan 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 1 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
Samantha Walker
Contact Email
samantha.walker@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
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
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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