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University of Bath Framework for Minor Works

THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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21 Apr 2026 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath is inviting tenders for a Framework for Minor Works under the title "University of Bath Framework for Minor Works," with an emphasis on construction works up to £500,000 including VAT. The process aims to facilitate projects managed by Campus Infrastructure, covering laboratory refurbishments, office fitouts, and accommodation refurbishments across Claverton Campus and other sites in Bath and Bristol Science Park. The procurement process is at the tender stage, occurring through an open procedure, with procurement activities predominantly categorised under construction work. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 19 May 2026 and submission deadline by 26 May 2026, with an award decision anticipated by 30 June 2026. Interested parties can further engage through the eSourcing portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, as they can participate in constructing spaces vital for both educational and residential environments. It offers prospects for businesses specialising in construction, laboratory equipment, and refurbishment, with value emphasis placed on both price and quality criteria. The framework agreement allows for call-off contracts through direct award or mini-competition, facilitating entry for diverse business entities to secure contracts with periods extending up to 2030, and potential renewal for an additional 12 months. As such, businesses equipped with capabilities in construction work, particularly those with experience in laboratory spaces, office environments, and residential refurbishments, are well suited to compete for these opportunities, providing a path for sustainable business growth.

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Notice Title

University of Bath Framework for Minor Works

Notice Description

Campus Infrastructure (CI), which manages and maintains the University of Bath's estate, aims to establish a Minor Works Contractors Framework to support both the Long-Term Maintenance (LTM) and Accommodation teams in delivering small- to medium-scale projects. The framework will cover construction works valued up to PS500k including VAT, including laboratory refurbishments, study and office space fitouts, roofing and general planned maintenance works, as well as accommodation refurbishments. The University operates across three key locations: Claverton Campus, the city of Bath, and the Bath & Bristol Science Park (BBSP). Most works procured through this framework will take place on the Claverton Campus, with additional accommodation refurbishment projects delivered within the city. Please note the University of Bath is not a 'contracting authority' for the purposes of the UK Procurement Act 2023. Where the University advertises contracts via the UK e-notification service Find a Tender, it does so on a voluntary basis and does not undertake any obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Construction-work./GZ3CUG9KF6 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/GZ3CUG9KF6

Lot Information

General Works

Lot 1 encompasses all construction activities associated with study and teaching environments, commercial areas, office spaces, and meeting rooms across the University's wider estate, including any leased or rented properties.

Renewal: 12 month optional extension

Laboratory Spaces

Lot 2 covers specialist laboratory spaces and associated subcontracted disciplines, such as gas installations and bespoke laboratory equipment contractors.

Renewal: 12 month optional extension.

Residential Works

Lot 3 focuses on refurbishment works for residential accommodation both on campus and within the city, including bedrooms, communal areas, and other spaces used by students and by visitors during off-term periods.

Renewal: 12 months optional extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0687c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036262-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE 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
BA1 1JW
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
Kingsmead
Westminster Constituency
Bath

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