Award

Space Utilisation Survey, Analysis & Reporting

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 Feb 2026 at 15:47

TenderUpdate

22 Dec 2025 at 13:47

Tender

22 Dec 2025 at 13:30

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford has completed its procurement process for a Space Utilisation Survey, Analysis & Reporting service, awarding the contract to Escentral Limited. This contract pertains to the higher education services industry, specifically under the UKD3 region, and is structured as an open competition below the threshold. The contract period is set to commence on 1st August 2026 and will conclude on 31st July 2029. The procurement process began with a tender notice released on 22nd December 2025, inviting suppliers to submit their bids by 30th January 2026. The award, dated 13th February 2026, has a total value of £59,376.72 GBP and aims to enhance space utilization within the University's estate over the three years.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in building services, research, development, and consulting within the higher education sector. SMEs, particularly those with a focus on sustainability and relevant experience, are well-positioned to compete in such tenders due to the emphasis on these criteria in the award assessment. The open procurement method provides an accessible entry point for new and established firms aiming to expand their expertise in space utilization and higher education services. As such, businesses with a robust understanding of survey methodologies and analysis can leverage this contract to broaden their client base and reinforce their presence in the academic sector.

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Notice Title

Space Utilisation Survey, Analysis & Reporting

Notice Description

The University of Salford requires a supplier to conduct the yearly Space Utilisation Survey of its estate. We are looking for the supplier to provide the following service on a 3-year contract with an agreement starting date of 1st August 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fb90
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013561-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

71315000 - Building services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£59,376 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-finance@salford.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ESCENTRAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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