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UOW991 University of Worcester Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

24 Jul 2026 at 14:49

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

28 Apr 2026 at 12:47

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

28 Apr 2026 at 12:36

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester is initiating a tender for the development of an Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility at their Severn Campus in Worcester, UK. This project, identified under the title "UOW991 University of Worcester Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility," falls within the construction industry, specifically targeting works related to sports facilities and landscaping. The tender process, currently active, uses an open competitive flexible procedure. Prospective contractors are encouraged to participate in the tender which closes on 18th September 2026 at noon. The entire project is anticipated to follow a 2 Stage JCT Design and Build Contract with the contract period running from 16th October 2026 to 15th September 2028.

This procurement presents a substantial opportunity for growth among construction and sports facility development companies. Firms specialising in sports infrastructure development, particularly those with experience in cricket facility construction and landscaping work, will find themselves well-suited to compete. The project demands expertise in constructing facilities that cater to elite-level sporting standards, including features for improved accessibility, spectator amenities, and integrated storage solutions. The involvement in a high-profile project like this, underlining adherence to ECB standards, can bolster a company's portfolio, offering valuable credentials for future large-scale projects.

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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 52m 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 North 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 a 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/070435-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
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
24 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
22 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Oct 2026 - 15 Sep 2028 1-2 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 WORCESTER
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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