Planning

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Furniture & Related Services

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Planning

03 Feb 2026 at 16:23

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Furniture & Related Services. This opportunity falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on furniture, with delivery to occur in the Birmingham area (UKG31 region), United Kingdom. A preliminary market engagement notice has been issued, inviting interested suppliers to a series of supplier events scheduled until 28 February 2026. The aim is to better understand market capabilities and to finalise a list of suppliers for the upcoming tender process, which is intended to occur following these engagements. The contract is planned to commence on 3 August 2026 and conclude by 3 August 2030.

This procurement provides a prime opportunity for businesses involved in the furniture industry, particularly those specialising in providing goods to public sector bodies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, highlighting the University’s interest in fostering diverse market involvement. Engaging in this procurement process offers businesses the chance to establish a long-term contractual relationship with a prestigious institution, potentially leading to substantial business growth. Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register and express their interest via the University’s E-Tendering Portal.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Furniture & Related Services

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham is looking to undertake pre-tender market engagement in relation to an upcoming tender opportunity for the Framework Agreement for the Provision of Furniture & Related Services.

Planning Information

The University of Birmingham is looking to undertake pre-tender market engagement in relation to an upcoming tender opportunity for the Framework Agreement for the Provision of Furniture & Related Services. The University is planning to hold a supplier event(s) and meetings to engage with suppliers to gain a better understanding of the market, discuss supplier insights, understand supplier capacity to deliver the University's requirements and discuss the tender process itself. Following supplier engagement, it is the University's intention to conduct a tender exercise with a select list of suppliers. To finalise this list, additional supplier‑specific information may be requested as needed. If you are interested in engaging with the University for this project, please register to our E-Tendering Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home) if you are not already, and express interest against the Framework Agreement for the Provision of Furniture & Related Services. Interested parties should note that the University of Birmingham is operating as a Non Contracting Authority and any process associated with this tender opportunity will be conducted outside of the Procurement Act 2023.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0615c2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009617-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39100000 - Furniture

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Feb 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 3 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Callum Raymond
Contact Email
procurement@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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