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Project Management Services

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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03 Mar 2026 at 15:59

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia, based in Norwich, has completed a direct procurement process without competition for project management services related to UKRI Proof of Concept grant activities. The process aimed to support the progression of a spin-out from assessment to investment readiness by providing crucial services like market validation, business planning, and creation of investor-focused materials. The award was made for a contract valued at £36,000, effective from 24th February 2026 to 31st May 2026. The procurement, classified under project management consultancy services, took place in the UKH15 region, indicating a service-oriented focus within the public authority's operational domain.

This tender offers business growth opportunities particularly for consultancies specialising in project management and business organisation services. Plant Bioscience Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) located within the Norwich Research Park, successfully secured the contract, showcasing potential for similar-sized businesses with expertise in consultancy services to engage with sub-central government authorities. The direct procurement method indicates that similar businesses could find opportunities in offering tailored professional services that align with the strategic goals of organisations like the University of East Anglia. The completed stage of this process exemplifies the value of fostering partnerships with educational institutions and leveraging grants to drive commercial readiness.

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Notice Title

Project Management Services

Notice Description

The UEA has received a UKRI Proof of Concept grant and requires project management support to progress the spin-out from assessment to investment readiness, including market validation, business planning, and investor-focused materials.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066161
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019138-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79421000 - Project-management services other than for construction work

79996000 - Business organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLANT BIOSCIENCE

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