Tender

Website Audit

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Tender

15 Jan 2026 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath, a public authority classified under sub-central government, is seeking to engage a partner agency for a website audit as part of their website project. The scope includes a thorough review of their existing website and CMS to assess effectiveness and develop informed recommendations. The tender, classified under the CPV code for web server software development services, is being conducted through an open procurement method below the threshold for open competition. The procurement process is in the tender stage and interested parties need to submit their proposals by 6th February 2026 at 14:00 GMT. The contract will operate from 16th March 2026 to 15th September 2026, with a total value of £120,000.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for agencies specialising in web server software development services. The focus on both price and quality in the award criteria, with a 45% emphasis on price and a 55% emphasis on quality, provides a competitive advantage to businesses that can offer high-quality service at a reasonable cost. It is especially suitable for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio in the digital services sector by collaborating with a reputable institution like the University of Bath. Agencies that can meet the outlined requirements and work collaboratively with the university’s in-house team are well-positioned to benefit from this partnership opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Website Audit

Notice Description

We are seeking to appoint a partner agency to support the audit and research phase of our website project. The purpose of this phase is to review our existing website and CMS, assess effectiveness, and develop clear, evidence-based recommendations and options for the future. The review will be delivered in collaboration with our in-house team and expertise. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Web-server-software-development-services./6U8Y5A7P3A To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/6U8Y5A7P3A

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060714
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003662-2026
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72212222 - Web server software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 15 Sep 2026 6-12 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 BATH
Contact Name
Lester Hayward
Contact Email
lh537@bath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01225384822

Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

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