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CADRIC and Associated Estate Optimisation - Integrated Consultant Team

UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

04 Dec 2025 at 11:49

Tender

07 Nov 2024 at 18:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "CADRIC and Associated Estate Optimisation - Integrated Consultant Team" is undertaken by the University of Ulster, focusing on service provision within the construction project management sector. This tender involves appointing an Integrated Consultant Team (ICT) to deliver the Cognitive Analytics & Digital Robotics Innovation Centre (CADRIC) and associated estate optimisation at the Derry-Londonderry campus, with the location detail specified as UKN0. The tender, classified under CPV code 71541000, follows a restricted procedure method, ensuring selective engagement of suitable candidates. While the initial tender was published in 2024 with an active status, the contract eventually awarded to Hamilton Architects LLP on 10th November 2025, is valued at £1,492,780 and is currently active, reflecting a successful procurement cycle completion.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth for businesses specialising in architectural, construction, engineering, and project management services. With an emphasis on past project experience, design and coordination capability, and expertise in complex site operations, firms demonstrating proficiency in these areas, including energy and sustainability, are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process not only establishes long-term collaboration prospects with a prestigious institution like the University of Ulster but also enhances visibility and credibility within the public procurement market. The necessity for comprehensive project delivery across all RIBA stages positions this opportunity as lucrative for qualified consulting teams aiming to expand their portfolio and impact in the higher education sector.

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Notice Title

CADRIC and Associated Estate Optimisation - Integrated Consultant Team

Notice Description

CADRIC & Associated Estate Optimisation - Integrated Consultant Team

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Contract is for the provision of an Integrated Consultant Team to Ulster University for the Cognitive Analytics and Digital Robotics Innovation Centre (CADRIC) and associated estate optimisation. The objective of this procurement is to appoint an Integrated Consultant Team (ICT) who will deliver the Cognitive Analytics & Digital Robotics Innovation Centre (CADRIC) building and associated estate optimisation at Ulster University's Derry-Londonderry campus. The ICT will include provision of a PM, who will administer the NEC4 Engineering and Construction contract on behalf of the Client, undertaking the full range of duties imposed on the PM by the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Works Contract.

Options: The scope of service required by the ICT is to cover full project delivery across all RIBA stages 1-7. The University reserves the right at its sole discretion to omit in total and / or vary the extent of any part of the work, at any stage, in accordance with the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b4dc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079672-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

71420000 - Landscape architectural services

71520000 - Construction supervision services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

71541000 - Construction project management services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,492,780 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
a.johnston4@ulster.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2870124227

Buyer Location

Locality
COLERAINE
Postcode
BT52 1SA
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Causeway Coast and Glens
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
East Londonderry

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAMILTON ARCHITECTS

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