Tender

The Provision of Heavy Catering Equipment - Supply, design and Install

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Tender

14 Aug 2025 at 11:21

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is seeking suppliers for its project titled "The Provision of Heavy Catering Equipment - Supply, Design, and Install," with a focus on the catering equipment industry. Located in Birmingham, UK, this procurement process is in the tender stage, with an expression of interest deadline set for 15th September 2025. Suppliers interested should note that the enquiry period ends on 28th August 2025, and the award period is scheduled to conclude by 28th February 2026. This competitive tender utilises a selective procurement method through a competitive flexible procedure aimed at goods procurement above the threshold, offering potential for businesses specialising in catering equipment and design solutions.

The tender represents a growth opportunity for companies that provide heavy catering equipment supply, design, and installation services, including the strategic organisation of kitchen layouts. Businesses skilled in technical support, sustainability, and management are encouraged to apply, as these criteria weigh significantly in the selection process. The University of Birmingham values innovation and corporate social responsibility, with the contract awarding based on a pre-set criteria weightage. With a substantial gross budget of £239,998, and provision for a renewal extending up to 2030, this tender offers attractive prospects for businesses aiming to expand their clientele and reinforce their industry presence. Potential suppliers should be adept at navigating competitive procurement pathways, showcasing their project capability, cost-effective solutions, and excellent project management skills.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Heavy Catering Equipment - Supply, design and Install

Notice Description

The provision of supply and installation of heavy catering equipment, including the design aspect of back of house kitchen layout.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract may be extended for a period of 1 year, subject to performance commercial review and agreement from both parties.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0587cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048719-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39310000 - Catering equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jun 2026 - 12 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Kelly Poku
Contact Email
procurement@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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