Planning

E-Sports Facility

PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY

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Planning

22 Jul 2025 at 09:13

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Prifysgol Bangor / Bangor University is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process to establish a complete E-Sports facility within two rooms at the university. The project is categorised under the computer-related equipment sector and is situated in Bangor, UK. This process falls under the tender initiation type, with a key milestone for supplier engagement scheduled on the 19th of August, 2025. Potential suppliers can expect a future notice to be issued by the 15th of September, 2025. The project is valued at £240,000 gross and is slated to begin on the 1st of October, 2025, with completion by the 30th of April, 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in comprehensive IT and facility solutions, particularly those with capabilities in gaming and technology infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver bespoke setups, including AV and networking installations, are well-positioned to compete. The project also requires management practices that include rendering, mock-up provisions, and integration of advanced gaming equipment. With the buyer's focus on creating a cutting-edge facility, businesses with strong expertise in competitive gaming environments and interactive technology solutions could leverage this opportunity for growth and industry visibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

E-Sports Facility

Notice Description

We are seeking expression of interest for a single company solution to provide a complete E-Sports facility across 2 rooms. The solution must include bespoke desks and computers to our specification. The solution must also have the following aspects: * Management software for PCs and software * RGB Lighting in ceiling and desks * The ability to have DDA compliant desks available * Full A/V support for two adjacent rooms * Be able to provide warranty and support. * Manage the complete project and provide renders and mock-ups * Integrate and provide racing simulators * Install and configure the facility network, working with the University's IT services department. * Provide high-back gaming chairs, keyboards, mice, and headsets, all to a high quality * Install and setup the facility * Provide suitable HVAC. * Could offer the decoration/prep of the room * Floor covering * Window films and blinds The project would involve a collaborative approach to gain the appropriate look and feel as desired by the team.

Planning Information

The purposes of engagement is to identify suppliers that may be able to supply the goods/services required and develop the requirements

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05637e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041861-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Emma Wells
Contact Email
e.wells@bangor.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BANGOR
Postcode
LL57 2TR
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL32 Gwynedd
Delivery Location
TLL12 Gwynedd
Local Authority
Gwynedd
Electoral Ward
Glyder
Westminster Constituency
Bangor Aberconwy

Further Information

Notice Documents

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