Award

Award of Installation of New Ceiling and Associated Works at the Treforest Students Union

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES

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Award

27 Feb 2026 at 09:33

Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

The University of South Wales, a public authority under sub-central government regulations, has awarded a contract for the installation of a new acoustic suspended plasterboard ceiling and associated works in the Students Union Nightclub Area at Treforest. The project falls under the 'works' category and is located in Pontypridd, UK. This procurement process, initiated in an open competition tender, has been completed with the contract granted to V3 Facilities Management Limited. The contract value is £69,955.99, with work commencing on 23rd February 2026 and expected to conclude by 10th April 2026.

This project presents business growth opportunities for firms specialising in construction and refurbishment, particularly those involved in ceiling installations, electrical and decoration work. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like V3 Facilities Management Limited, with expertise in suspended ceiling installations, smoke detection, fire alarms, and electrical systems, stand to benefit significantly. This contract not only enhances a company’s portfolio with a reputable client but also potentially leads to further engagements within the higher education sector and beyond. The open method procurement process ensures a level playing field for qualified businesses with the required expertise and safety standards.

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Notice Title

Award of Installation of New Ceiling and Associated Works at the Treforest Students Union

Notice Description

The University of South Wales has appointed a contractor to prepare the space and install a new acoustic suspended plasterboard ceiling to the Students Union Nightclub Area with associated works. Works to include removal of non-required fixings, installation of new suspended plasterboard ceiling, smoke/fire void detection, installation access hatches, new lighting, minor electrical works and redecoration.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff3d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017690-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

31524100 - Ceiling light fittings

31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms

31680000 - Electrical supplies and accessories

38431200 - Smoke-detection apparatus

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45421146 - Installation of suspended ceilings

45451000 - Decoration work

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£69,955 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 10 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 1DL
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Treforest
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

V3 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

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