Tender

Framework Agreement for Construction Project Management Services

THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

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Tender

06 Nov 2025 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leicester is currently seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for Construction Project Management Services, specifically targeting internal project management across its campus in Leicester, United Kingdom. This initiative encompasses a wide array of consultancy needs, such as building extensions, refurbishments, and compliance work, with projects capping at a net construction cost of £2.5 million. The tender is in the active stage with a procurement method labelled as a Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023. Interested parties are required to express their interest by 2nd December 2025 and the enquiry period concludes on 25th November 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in construction project management services, particularly those skilled at handling multiple small-scale projects simultaneously. Ideal candidates will be experienced in project management roles and capable of coordinating with various stakeholders to achieve project goals. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this an attractive prospect due to the multiple awards anticipated under this framework, valued at approximately £920,000, exclusive of VAT, over a four-year period. Selected suppliers will not only gain a foothold in the public sector but also foster long-term business growth through engagement with the University of Leicester.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Construction Project Management Services

Notice Description

This opportunity is for The University is seeking to enter into a Framework Agreement (Agreement) for the provision of Project Management Consultancy (Consultancy) across its campus. Whilst there may be a need for the External Project Manager service this Agreement will focus on delivery of the Internal Project Management service meaning the Consultants will work for the interests of the University, oversee multiple projects at any one time, and coordinate stakeholders, external consultants and contractors on behalf of the University. A key driver for this model is that many of the projects that need to be completed are small in value so individually would not warrant external project managers for each but nor does the University have the in-house capacity to deliver these services. The Consultancy required is broad in nature and may be used for extensions to existing buildings, conversion/refurbishment of existing buildings, works to ensure compliance with various legislative requirements, e.g. legionella, fire safety, DDA, mechanical and electrical engineering works and enabling works in advance of major capital works projects. Refer to Schedule 5 (Specification) for more information about the requirements. This framework agreement will be for projects with a net construction cost of up to PS2.5m each, it is anticipated that the University will spend circa PS920,000 ex VAT on the Project Management services over the 4 year agreement term, and the University anticipates awarding to 2, or 3 suppliers. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leicester:-Construction-project-management-services./92EG7887C4 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/92EG7887C4

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05db8f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071504-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71541000 - Construction project management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£920,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£920,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER
Contact Name
Lucy Elms
Contact Email
lme11@le.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 7RH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF21 Leicester

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

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