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Civil Engineering and Geotechnics supplies and equipment at the University of Huddersfield

UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD

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31 Jul 2025 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Huddersfield, a public authority within the sub-central government classification, has completed a procurement process for civil engineering and geotechnics supplies and equipment. The awarded contract concerns a full civil engineering suite primarily for teaching purposes, valued at £165,000. The procurement was conducted under a limited method, below the standard competition threshold, which culminated in the award stage with a contract signed on 15th July 2025. The goods will be supplied by CONTROLS Testing Equipment LTD, a UK-based SME, starting from 1st October 2025 and continuing until 1st October 2030. The main procurement category is goods, specifically civil engineering machinery, situated in Huddersfield, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in civil engineering equipment to partner with educational institutions and demonstrate the ability to supply high-quality teaching resources. Ideal candidates for such contracts are firms with a proven track record in delivering civil engineering machinery, enabling them to position themselves as key players in supporting educational infrastructure. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate long-term growth and enhance business credibility within the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Civil Engineering and Geotechnics supplies and equipment at the University of Huddersfield

Notice Description

Civil Engineering and Geotechnics supplies and equipment at the University of Huddersfield - Purchase of a full civil engineering suite for the purpose of teaching To view this notice, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=969897395

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056a11
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044697-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment


CPV Codes

43310000 - Civil engineering machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£165,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 1 Oct 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD
Contact Name
Thomas Atkinson
Contact Email
t.atkinson2@hud.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01484 472954

Buyer Location

Locality
HUDDERSFIELD
Postcode
HD1 3DH
Post Town
Huddersfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Newsome
Westminster Constituency
Huddersfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONTROLS TESTING EQUIPMENT

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