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Activity 9.1: Design and build of 125 exhibition

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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22 Apr 2026 at 14:43

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has awarded a contract for the design and build of its 125 exhibition as part of Activity 9.1. The procurement process was initiated as a direct method under the category of architectural design services and followed the ''Below threshold - without competition” approach. Design Penguin Creative Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise located in Stratford-Upon-Avon, UK, was chosen as the supplier. The contract, valued at £80,000, was signed on 8 February 2025 and is active until 31 July 2025. The procurement falls under public authority - sub-central government, and took place in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The legal framework governing this contract was defined by the 2023 legislation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs, specifically those specialising in architectural design services, as it demonstrates a demand for creative and innovative design solutions within public exhibition spaces. Businesses adept in providing such services and capable of handling projects for educational institutions would be well-suited to engage in similar procurements. Collaborating with a prominent entity like the University of Birmingham can boost a company's portfolio, enhance its credibility, and open up further business growth opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Activity 9.1: Design and build of 125 exhibition

Notice Description

Activity 9.1: Design and build of 125 exhibition, as per SSA process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0688dc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036735-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£66,666 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DESIGN PENGUIN CREATIVE

Further Information

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