Tender

Space Utilisation Survey, Analysis & Reporting

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD

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22 Dec 2025 at 13:47

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22 Dec 2025 at 13:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process seeking a supplier for a Space Utilisation Survey, Analysis & Reporting. This contract, valued at £55,000, falls under the categories of building services, research and development services, and higher education services, with the service to be provided in the United Kingdom. The procurement will be conducted as an open competition below the threshold, and electronic submissions are accepted. The tender period closes on 30th January 2026, with the contract set to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 1st August 2029. Potential suppliers can submit enquiries until 29th January 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the building services and consultancy sectors to expand their portfolio by partnering with a recognized public authority. The University's emphasis on relevant experience and a strong approach to service delivery highlights the potential for businesses that can demonstrate expertise in space utilisation and reporting. Additionally, considerations for sustainability suggest that environmentally conscious service providers may have an edge in the competitive selection process. Businesses offering innovative solutions and able to meet the specified criteria should find this an opportune project for growth.

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Notice Information

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. For full tender documents, please go to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fb90
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085414-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 1 Aug 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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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