Tender

PROCUREMENT OF A STRATEGIC DELIVERY PARTNER

LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

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Tender

01 May 2025 at 11:14

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process for the procurement of a Strategic Delivery Partner (SDP) is currently in the active stage, initiated by London Metropolitan University, a public authority under sub-central government in the UK. The procurement method used is a 'competitive flexible procedure', structured in five stages. This opportunity is categorized under the construction and treatment facilities management services industries and located in London, UK (region UKI). Businesses interested in participating must submit their expressions of interest by 29th May 2025, with the contract award decision expected by 30th March 2026. The total estimated procurement value stands at £340.8 million gross, for a contract period ending 27th April 2031, with possible extensions.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for Tier One organisations and facilities management providers aiming to solidify their presence in the higher education sector. The SDP role includes building and maintaining capital projects, optimizing operational outcomes, and achieving sustainability targets, underscoring the importance of expertise in construction, facilities management, and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing student experience and community value. Enterprises with a strong track record in delivering large-scale projects and sustainability initiatives stand to benefit considerably, given the structured engagement and long-term partnership potential outlined in the tender documentation.

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Notice Title

PROCUREMENT OF A STRATEGIC DELIVERY PARTNER

Notice Description

This opportunity is for the procurement of a Strategic Delivery Partner (SDP) for London Metropolitan University To help us achieve these strategic targets, our objective is to procure a long-term partnership with a Tier One organisation and FM provider who will: a. Build & deliver capital projects with quality and value through the life of the Estates Strategy b. Provide strategic build, maintain and operate advice throughout the delivery of the Strategy to optimise operational outcomes and life cycle costs c. Ensure a best-in-class transition from construction to operation d. Lead a Total Facilities Management (TFM) service with the student experience at the heart of operations e. Deliver net zero targets through sustainability in all capital projects and TFM services f. Identify & leverage strategic opportunities in our campus facilities to continuously add value g. Maximise positive impact on teaching outcomes, school identities & community experience h. Promote social value and achieve excellence in safety, site operations and campus facilities The Strategic Delivery Partner will support the Soft Landings process and activities in relation to the delivery of the Capital Projects Programme, with any new built or refurbished facility conceived, designed, built, and handed over to its FM services function with the needs of users and operators at the heart of the process from the outset, with the management of the asset considered throughout its life cycle (including the design development and build stages). To this end, the Strategic Delivery Partner will provide a range of professional services aimed at improving the outcomes of the capital programme. For example, the provision of practical buildability advice during the design stages to improve build quality, build cost and build programme, and provision of operational design reviews to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations and FM once the asset is built. Further information on the full scope of services included, and the tender process, can be found within the tender documentation available on our e-tendering portal.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract may be extended for further periods of three (3) years for a first extension and two (2) years for a second extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050b41
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018367-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£284,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£284,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 27 Apr 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Additional Buyers

GARDINER & THEOBALD LLP

MILLS & REEVE LLP

Contact Name
Katie Watson
Contact Email
marketing@gardiner.com, strategic-procurement@londonmet.ac.uk, tenders@mills-reeve.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N7 8DB
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Candlewick
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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