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UOW991 University of Worcester Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

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28 Apr 2026 at 12:47

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
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28 Apr 2026 at 12:36

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester, a sub-central government public authority located at Henwick Grove, Worcester, UK, is currently in the planning stage for a tender process to construct an Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility at its Severn Campus. Market engagement is scheduled with activities such as site visits commencing by 1 June 2026, whilst tender notices are expected to be published on 22 June 2026. The project is categorised under construction work for sports facilities and landscaping work for related areas, with the contract period potentially extending from 2 November 2026 to 15 September 2028. Adhering to ECB guidelines, the facility will host ten cricket lanes and accommodate two indoor matches, enhancing spectator experience and accessibility.

This tender exemplifies a significant opportunity for businesses involved in construction and sports facility development, particularly those with expertise in leisure infrastructure and landscaping. The University of Worcester aims to appoint a contractor through a competitive and flexible process, which may include a Single or 2 Stage JCT Design and Build Contract, providing substantial potential for firms specialising in such contractual frameworks. Companies with a proven track record in building sports facilities and applying accessibility innovations, such as anti-climb fencing and advanced storage solutions, would be well-positioned to bid successfully, offering them a chance to expand their footprint in the public sector sports infrastructure market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UOW991 University of Worcester Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility

Notice Description

The University of Worcester is seeking to develop an Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility at its Severn Campus. The development shall be in accordance with the ECB's guidance Covered Outdoor Cricket Facilities - Developing Your Project and Covered Outdoor Cricket Facilities - Design Guide v1.1. The key elements of the University's proposal are:- * 10 lanes. * Provide opportunities for two indoor matches to be played concurrently. * A facility that is 46m long and 56m wide * Areas between the game zones to be greater than the minimum (hence the wider facility) to allow for improved spectator experience and for wheelchairs to pass * Lane width - Elite level at 4m * Orientation as close to Noth South as possible - with the bowler coming from the northern end. * Location on the site to be in the southern part of the site. * Storage for bowling machines to be within the covered outdoor facility with suitable protection against frost and damp at the bowlers' end * Storage, in the form of open units, for players' bags and equipment at the bowlers' end outside of the playing area. * Covered facility to be surrounded by anti-climb fencing (same height as that surrounding the University's all weather pitches) with access gates on the northern and eastern boundaries (exact details tbc) * Soft and hard landscaping to be provided to the perimeter A full scope of services for the appointed contractor will be developed and will be issued as part of the procurement process. It is envisaged the contractor will be appointed on either a Single or 2 Stage JCT Design and Build Contract. The University is looking to run a competitive flexible process commencing with a Preliminary Market Engagement Stage which will help to guide the next stages of the process.

Planning Information

Preliminary Market Engagement Process, to include a site visit, further details can be accessed via In-tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofworcester/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068cc1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038582-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas

45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

45212200 - Construction work for sports facilities

45212210 - Single-purpose sports facilities construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Jun 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 15 Sep 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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