RHUL-26090 Arts and Queens Lecture Theatre Refurbishment (Seats and Benches)

ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE

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Award

09 Jun 2026 at 10:41

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, located in Egham, United Kingdom, engaging in a contract for the refurbishment of seats and benches in their Arts and Queens Lecture Theatre. This contract, awarded to Race Furniture Limited, falls under the goods industry category, specifically furniture, and forms part of the institution’s teaching spaces enhancement. The procurement method utilized was below-threshold with limited competition, and the process concluded with the award stage on 9th June 2026. The contract was signed on 17th May 2026 and is set to be completed by 31st August 2026.

This tender represents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in furnishing and interior fit-out services. Companies with expertise in manufacturing and supplying high-quality educational furniture could leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and expand their business reach within the educational sector. The nature of the limited procurement competition highlights the importance for businesses to actively engage with niche and specialized projects, thereby potentially leading to increased visibility and reputation in the public procurement domain.

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Notice Title

RHUL-26090 Arts and Queens Lecture Theatre Refurbishment (Seats and Benches)

Notice Description

Awarded to Race Furniture Limited for the refurbishment of Lecture seats and benches within four of the University teaching spaces following request for quotations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b0b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054205-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39100000 - Furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£101,077 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 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
ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EGHAM
Postcode
TW20 0EX
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Runnymede
Electoral Ward
Englefield Green East
Westminster Constituency
Windsor

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RACE FURNITURE

Further Information

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