Award

F101 F Block FF, CST C101 C Block FF, CST G Block FF Refurbishment & C Block GF & FF Strip out

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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24 Jul 2025 at 10:16

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire recently completed a procurement process under the Open Contracting Data Standard. The contract titled "F101 F Block FF, CST C101 C Block FF, CST G Block FF Refurbishment & C Block GF & FF Strip out" involved refurbishment and overhaul work at the Luton Campus. The procurement, classified under works with CPV code 45453000, reached the award stage on 15th July 2025. The method used was limited procurement, specifically "Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition," and the key contract was awarded to R G Carter Cambridge Ltd for a value of £127,868.79. The awarding process ensured compliance with the legal framework cited as "32014L0024" under the CELEX scheme.

This procurement process presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment, particularly those familiar with NEC4 Design and Build contracts. Companies with expertise in major overhaul projects on educational campuses would be well-suited to pursue similar opportunities that the University of Bedfordshire may offer in the future. With quality and cost being the award criteria, businesses capable of delivering high-quality work efficiently have the potential to significantly enhance their growth by securing such contracts. Established suppliers that can adequately fulfil the project's requirements will find this sector beneficial for strategic expansion in the public law domain of education.

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Notice Title

F101 F Block FF, CST C101 C Block FF, CST G Block FF Refurbishment & C Block GF & FF Strip out

Notice Description

The contract is expected to deduct a package of strip out work to C Block

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is sourcing a principal contractor - Under a two-stage NEC4 Design and Build form of contract - for the provision of Main Works Package on the Luton Campus. This is a one off project contract.

Procurement Information

Mini Comp F101 F Block FF, CST C101 C Block FF, CST G Block FF Refurbishment & C Block GF & FF Strip out

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05653f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042661-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£127,868 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20257 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 BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
Raymond Coffie
Contact Email
raymond.coffie@beds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1582489216

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

R G CARTER CAMBRIDGE

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