This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Feb 2026 at 14:05

Tender

03 Oct 2025 at 10:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Derby College Group focused on acquiring services for conducting condition surveys across various campuses. Engaging in an open competition below the threshold, it sought expert surveying services necessary for developing strategic estate plans. Initially tendered on 3 October 2025, the process progressed through active phases including enquiry, with the tender period concluding on 7 November 2025. Located in Derby, UK, this public authority of sub-central government aimed to respond promptly to campus needs by no later than 31 July 2026. The procurement falls under the "services" category involving architectural and building-surveying services. For potential suppliers, registration through the education portal was imperative for the tender submission.

This tender presented substantial opportunities for firms specialising in architectural and building surveying, particularly those capable of performing detailed condition assessments of building fabric and external areas. SMEs like Hartnell Taylor Cook LLP, previously awarded for similar services, reflect businesses suitable for such contracts. With a landscape focused on qualitative service delivery in support of estate strategies, companies providing detailed survey work would find lucrative expansion opportunities. Additionally, the investment of £100,000 estimated for the service underlines a robust demand for precision and expertise, making it an ideal prospect for businesses looking to specialise in public infrastructure diagnostics within the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Condition Surveys for Derby College Group

Notice Description

DCG is seeking to procure the services of a single contractor to provide a condition survey across all campuses ASAP and no later than 31.07.26 to support Estates strategy and budget planning. The survey should include a full visual condition survey to include * internal and external building fabrication * access provision * external areas Please note room dimensions will be required as a separate costing to ensure the overall affordability of the project. M&E surveys are excluded from the requirement. Please see the Tender Guidance for further details. For full and unrestricted access to tender documents please register (free of charge) at https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a7a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015272-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71250000 - Architectural, engineering and surveying services

71251000 - Architectural and building-surveying services

71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services

71315300 - Building surveying services

71315400 - Building-inspection services

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£83,450 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Derby College Group
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE24 8UG
Postcode Area
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF11 Derby

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Alvaston North
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Hartnell Taylor Cook LLP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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