Planning

Project Support Partner

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

10 Mar 2026 at 23:27

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

10 Mar 2026 at 18:39

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University is seeking to appoint a Project Support Partner (PSP) for its minor works, refurbishment, and estate improvement projects under a planned procurement process. This framework agreement, valued at approximately £3 million, aims to enhance the university’s estate from December 2026 to November 2030. The procurement method is an open competitive flexible procedure, with key deadlines including an enquiry period ending on 14th May 2026, and tender submissions due by 29th May 2026. Located at City Campus, Sheffield, the procurement falls under the industry category of architectural and construction-related services. Early engagement involves suppliers reviewing the pre-market engagement document and providing feedback by 2nd April 2026, with supplier meetings scheduled for 9th and 10th April 2026.

This tender provides considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in programme management, quantity surveying, and building design services. Companies capable of offering professional consultancy in compliance with building safety legislation will find this opportunity particularly attractive. The procurement is ideal for architecture firms, construction consultants, and project management companies willing to work collaboratively with Sheffield Hallam University and its existing Campus Works Partner. It offers a platform for such businesses to expand their project portfolios and establish long-term engagements across the University’s estate, potentially involving secondments to supplement the University’s in-house resources.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Support Partner

Notice Description

Sheffield Hallam University intends to appoint a single Project Support Partner (PSP) under a framework agreement to support the delivery of minor works, refurbishment and estate improvement projects across the University estate. The PSP will work collaboratively with the University's Estates & Facilities team and the appointed Campus Works Partner (CWP) to support the planning, development and delivery of projects delivered through the University's minor works programme. The PSP will provide a range of professional consultancy services required to support project delivery including, but not limited to: Programme and project management Quantity surveying and cost management services Principal Designer duties in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and relevant building safety legislation NEC4 Supervisor duties Building surveying services Design services including architectural, structural and building services design (either directly or through sub-consultants) The PSP will support the development and delivery of projects across the estate including maintenance works, refurbishment projects and workplace change initiatives. Projects delivered through this framework are expected to range from low value maintenance works through to projects of up to approximately PS3 million. The PSP will work closely with the University and the Campus Works Partner to coordinate project development, manage programme delivery, support NEC4 contract administration and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The PSP may also be required to supplement the University's in-house Estates & Facilities resources, through secondments or task-specific commissions providing expertise in areas such as project management, cost management, health and safety, programme support and advisory services.

Planning Information

The University is undertaking a pre-market engagement exercise to inform the development of the procurement approach for the Project Support Partner (PSP). As part of this engagement, interested suppliers will be provided with a Pre-Market Engagement (PME) document outlining the proposed scope of services, delivery expectations, and potential procurement approach. Suppliers are invited to: Review the PME document. Submit clarification questions through the procurement portal. Participate in optional supplier engagement meetings. Provide feedback on the proposed PSP role and delivery model. Highlight any potential risks, opportunities, or market considerations. Supplier Meetings The University also intends to hold online supplier meetings via Microsoft Teams on either 9th or 10th April 2026 (date and time to be confirmed). These meetings will: Provide an overview of the proposed PSP role and requirements Allow suppliers to ask questions and provide feedback Help the University better understand market capability and delivery approaches Further details and invitations will be shared with suppliers who register their interest. Submission of Expressions of Interest Suppliers wishing to participate should register their interest through the University's procurement portal. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffieldhallamuniversity/aspx/Home Upon registration, suppliers will be given access to the PME documentation and any supporting materials. Clarification Questions and Feedback Suppliers may submit clarification questions and feedback through the procurement portal by the stated deadline in the PME document. Responses to clarification questions may be shared with all participating suppliers to ensure transparency. Important Notice This engagement exercise is being undertaken in accordance with the principles of the Procurement Act 2023 and does not constitute a formal call for competition. Participation in this exercise will not influence the evaluation of any future procurement process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0666cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021578-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71500000 - Construction-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2030-02-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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