Tender

Horizon Scanning for the University of Bath

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Tender

10 Feb 2026 at 10:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath has initiated an open procurement process for "Horizon Scanning for the University of Bath," a project aimed at new programme development. This tender falls under the development consultancy services category and is focused on identifying a robust product pipeline and portfolio development opportunities for the University over the medium to long term. The procurement process is being conducted below the threshold through an open competition, with a total contract value of £60,000. Interested parties should note that the deadline for inquiries and submissions is set for 9th March 2026, while the contract period spans from 9th April 2026 to 8th April 2027. The process is in the Tender stage and involves services within the UK region of Bath.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth-focused businesses specialising in long-term strategic development and portfolio management. Companies experienced in development consultancy services and capable of offering comprehensive future scanning strategies will find this opportunity particularly well-suited. Given the 80% weight on quality criteria against 20% on price, businesses with innovative and well-articulated proposals that demonstrate value and insight stand a strong chance of success. This tender is ideal for firms aiming to engage with sub-central public authorities and contribute innovative solutions to educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Horizon Scanning for the University of Bath

Notice Description

New Programme Development - The primary objective of this project is to identify a robust product pipeline and portfolio development opportunities for the University of Bath over the medium to long term (2-10 years), based on a horizon scanning, outward facing approach For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Development-consultancy-services./6EPT3Y3B8A To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/6EPT3Y3B8A

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064bf0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011665-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Apr 2026 - 8 Apr 2027 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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