Planning

Bradford College Junction Mills New Build Furnishing

BRADFORD COLLEGE

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Planning

16 Feb 2026 at 14:54

Summary of the contracting process

Bradford College is currently engaged in the planning stage of a procurement process for the furnishing of the new Junction Mills building, located in Bradford, United Kingdom. This tender, initiated under the Procurement Act 2023, invites furniture suppliers to participate in fitting out the new build. The industry category falls under goods, specifically furniture, with key milestones including a scheduled engagement process set for 16th February 2026. The procurement pathway is governed by regulations ensuring compliance, with a future notice anticipated on 17th April 2026. The total estimated value for this procurement is £240,000, with a contract period expected to commence from 15th June 2026 and conclude by the end of December 2026.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses within the furniture manufacturing or supply sectors, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). With the process in the planning stage, there is ample scope for competitive suppliers to contribute effective solutions tailored to Bradford College’s specifications. Suitable businesses can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolios and gain new partnerships, while enhancing their brand presence in the public undertaking category. As multiple suppliers are involved, there is a favourable environment for innovative design and competitive pricing strategies during tendering.

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Notice Title

Bradford College Junction Mills New Build Furnishing

Notice Description

Six furniture suppliers were approached to establish their interest in quoting for fully fitting the new Junction Mills building at Bradford College. One supplier declined due to lack of capacity and another did not respond to our initial contact. Of the four remaining, all were invited to a walkaround session along with internal stakeholders, to get a broad view of existing designs and specifications. All four suppliers are now participating in a full tender process.

Planning Information

The Contracting Authority will conduct the procurement in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and the associated regulations, ensuring compliance with the statutory objectives.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06550f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013911-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRADFORD COLLEGE
Contact Name
Nichola Dawson
Contact Email
n.dawson2@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01274088088

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD7 1AY
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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