Tender

PURCON 5063 SCVA Valuation

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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TenderUpdate

01 Dec 2025 at 15:28

Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 15:03

Planning

10 Oct 2025 at 12:54

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia is currently managing a procurement process titled "PURCON 5063 SCVA Valuation," aimed at appointing a partner to deliver a comprehensive valuation of the art collection at the Sainsbury Centre. This open procedure falls under the services industry category, specifically financial auditing services, with a gross value of £250,000. Key procurement deadlines include an enquiry period ending on 16th December 2025, a tender submission deadline on 7th January 2026, and the contract award period concluding on 28th January 2026. The project is to be completed by 30th June 2026, within the region of UKH15, Norfolk, where the University is localised. The procurement adheres to the UK's legal framework and is designed to meet strict external financial auditing standards.

This tender represents a notable business opportunity, particularly for entities experienced in valuations and financial auditing within the arts and heritage sectors. Companies that can ensure high-quality service delivery will find this opportunity lucrative, especially those operating as SMEs and VCSEs, as they are encouraged to participate. The balance of 40% pricing and 60% quality criteria indicates a focus on both cost-effectiveness and the calibre of service, creating a fair and open competitive environment. Engaging in this contract can expand a business's portfolio in the public sector and enhance its reputation in providing specialist financial services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCON 5063 SCVA Valuation

Notice Description

The university is seeking to appoint a partner to deliver a valuation of the full art collection of the Sainsbury Centre. This valuation must meet the standards of our external financial auditors and the results must be completed and reported to the university by 30th June 2026. The Sainsbury Centre will support and coordinate onsite access to artworks, working with appointed supplier in advance to ensure this process is efficient for both parties. For absolute clarity, the University is not undertaking a valuation with a view to selling pieces of the collection as part of this process.

Planning Information

questionnaire published linked to this notice. Please register and login to the University's Intend tendering portal to access the questionnaire. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofeastanglia/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05acc5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078574-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79212100 - Financial auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
1 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
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
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
Rob Bloomer
Contact Email
procurement@uea.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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