Tender

Provision of Commissioning Engineer

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Tender

15 Apr 2026 at 11:45

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath is currently seeking to procure the services of a Commissioning Engineer for the construction of a new student accommodation facility. This project involves the design and build of a Passivhaus structure housing approximately 926 en-suite bedrooms. As part of the tender process, technical testing and consultancy services are required under the industry category 'Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services'. With the procurement stage in the 'tender' phase, businesses must submit their proposals by 14:00 on 21st May 2026. The enquiry period ends on 7th May 2026, and the award notifications are expected by 3rd June 2026. This tender adopts an open procedure, encouraging a broad range of participants, while the procurement method is facilitated via the Delta eSourcing platform.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for technical service providers specialising in Passivhaus standards and sustainable building practices to gain a foothold in public procurement projects. Companies with capabilities in commissioning engineering, especially those experienced in large-scale residential builds, are well-suited to compete. Furthermore, businesses registered as SMEs or VCSEs are encouraged to apply, providing an excellent chance for smaller enterprises and community-focused organisations to expand their portfolio. With a contract value of up to £250,000, this project offers significant business growth potential, aligning with sustainable construction and the expanding market for eco-friendly housing solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Commissioning Engineer

Notice Description

PROJECT SCOPE: Provision of Commissioning Engineer services for the Design and Build of a New Student Accommodation, R7 (c. 926 en-suite bedrooms) The selection of the Commissioning Engineer for the new build Passivhaus student accommodation. Requirements include Passivhaus testing. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Technical-testing%2C-analysis-and-consultancy-services./ENMVX63V46 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ENMVX63V46

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0682f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034172-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jun 2026 - 1 Nov 2028 2-3 years
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

Notice Documents

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