This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Aug 2025 at 15:35

Tender

17 Jul 2025 at 16:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the refurbishment of the Allerton and Maxwell Building teaching spaces at the University of Salford has reached the award stage. The university, located in Salford, UK, operates as a public authority in the sub-central government sector and sought a Principal Contractor through an open, below-threshold competition method. With the tendering process initiated on 17th July 2025, the contract was awarded on 7th August 2025 to A.T. NOLAN (BUILDING CONTRACTORS) LIMITED. The works category includes mechanical and electrical tasks, fixture replacements, and refurbishment of floors, walls, and ceilings. The project commenced on 18th August 2025 and is set to conclude by 19th September 2025, with the total gross value of the contract reported as £166,488.73.

This tender provides a substantial business opportunity for contractors specialising in building refurbishments, particularly those experienced in educational infrastructure projects. The open procurement method ensures a competitive environment, with the potential for significant business growth for firms capable of delivering high-quality work within a tight timeframe. While the contract in this instance was awarded to a large contractor, the tender's suitability criteria did allow for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate. Companies equipped to handle similar scales of projects, especially with proficiency in mechanical, electrical works and sustainability practices, would have been well-suited to compete in such tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Allerton and Maxwell Building Teaching Spaces Refurbishment v2

Notice Description

The University of Salford wish to procure the services of a Principal Contractor to undertake refurbishment work to teaching spaces within the Allerton and Maxwell Building. The proposed works involve the following: Allerton Building CLIB203: * Associated mechanical and electrical work. * Strip out of existing internal fixtures and finishes * Refurbishment of floor, wall and ceiling finishes * Installation of new door Maxwell Building 203: * Strip out of existing internal fixtures and finishes * Associated mechanical and electrical works * Refurbishment of floor, wall and ceiling finishes * Installation of new door * Strip out and replacement of existing ramp including new balustrade

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05619d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047370-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£138,740 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Aug 20251 years ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2025 - 19 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A.T Nolan Building Contractors Limited

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