Planning

Centre of Environmental Biotechnology - Additional Works

PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY

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01 May 2026 at 07:17

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Prifysgol Bangor / Bangor University is initiating a procurement process for additional works at the Centre of Environmental Biotechnology in Henfaes, Abergwyngregyn, United Kingdom. The project, currently in the planning stage, aims to enhance the Menterra Building with refurbishment and walkway improvements, expand research infrastructure, and improve operational efficiency and sustainability. This construction work falls under the industry category of public authority - sub-central government, and it aligns with Welsh devolved regulations. The planned tender process invites businesses to engage informally with project partners by 15 May 2026, and a future notice date is set for 26 May 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 1 September 2026 to 21 December 2026, with a project value of £532,800.

This tender presents a compelling opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction work to expand their portfolio and demonstrate capabilities in sustainable building modifications and infrastructural innovation. The scope for improvements in efficiency and infrastructure enhancements at a research facility makes this procurement particularly attractive to businesses with experience in environmental projects or those keen to enter this sector. Engaging in this project could provide businesses with growth prospects by establishing partnerships with an esteemed academic institution and contributing to cutting-edge environmental technology research.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Centre of Environmental Biotechnology - Additional Works

Notice Description

The additional works to be undertaken at the Centre of Environmental Biotechnology at Henfaes, Abergwyngregyn will comprise of:- * Menterra Building Refurbishment and Walkway Improvements * Expansion of research and innovation infrastructure * Operational efficiency and sustainability improvements.

Planning Information

Interested contractors are invited to contact Bangor University project partners for an informal discussion about the plans and requirements of the tender process. If you would like to discuss the project and proposed tender process in more detail, please contact either: Matthew Stockton, Project Manager, Pick Everard on 07469 681478 or email: MatthewStockton@pickeverard.co.uk, OR Tom Sharp, Senior Cost Manager, Pick Everard on 07766 513388 or email: TomSharp@pickeverard.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068fda
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040230-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£444,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 May 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 21 Dec 2026 1-6 months
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
PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BANGOR
Postcode
LL57 2TR
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL32 Gwynedd
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Gwynedd
Electoral Ward
Glyder
Westminster Constituency
Bangor Aberconwy

Further Information

Notice Documents

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