Tender

UOW982 - Borehole for Lakeside Campus

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

13 Feb 2026 at 12:08

Tender

26 Jan 2026 at 16:48

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester is currently in the tender update stage for a procurement titled "UOW982 - Borehole for Lakeside Campus" within the works category, specifically focusing on test drilling and boring work. This project aims to appoint a contractor to construct a borehole and install a solar pump along with conducting all necessary testing and commissioning at the Lakeside Campus in Worcester, United Kingdom. The procurement method adopted is an open competition below the threshold, with electronic submissions allowed. Interested parties should note the tender period closes on 18 February 2026, with the contract period slated from 27 February to 30 April 2026. This process is governed by the legal framework outlined in UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in drilling and boring services, particularly those with expertise in renewable energy installations like solar pumps. Companies with a focus on delivering high-quality engineering solutions at competitive prices can leverage this project to expand their portfolio and establish a relationship with a reputable public authority. The University of Worcester, a sub-central government public authority, offers potential for future collaborative opportunities as they continue to develop their academic and infrastructure facilities. The tender criteria weighting 60% on price and 40% on quality suggests that while cost-effectiveness is vital, demonstrating high operational standards and experience will be crucial for success in securing this contract.

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Notice Title

UOW982 - Borehole for Lakeside Campus

Notice Description

The University is seeking a contractor, to undertake all works in connection with the forming of a borehole and to provide a solar pump and undertake all necessary testing, commissioning etc. at Lakeside Campus.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060efe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013364-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45120000 - Test drilling and boring work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
uwtenders@worc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

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