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11 Jun 2026 at 11:17

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed a procurement process for the provision of interior design services from RIBA Stages 1 to 4. The process, identified by the title UOECS0561802026, falls under the industry category of services, specifically interior design services. The procurement method used was direct, described as below threshold without competition. The contract, valued at £28,800 GBP, commenced on 12th May 2026 and will conclude on 11th May 2027. The award, announced on 11th June 2026, was granted to Benchmark Designs, a supplier located in Watchfield, UKJ14 region. The procurement aligns with the legal basis under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender creates significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in interior design. The direct procurement method may allow small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Benchmark Designs, to engage without the need for extensive competitive processes. Companies experienced in providing detailed, custom-fit design solutions across various stages of development, from initial concept to design evaluation, stand to benefit. The consistent demand for innovative designs within educational environments further enhances business prospects, offering a platform to showcase creativity and efficiency in delivering services.

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Notice Title

UOECS0561802026

Notice Description

Provide interior design services from RIBA Stages 1 to 4

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b2cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055150-2026
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79932000 - Interior design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 May 2026 - 11 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BENCHMARK DESIGNS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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