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19 Jun 2026 at 10:36

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has completed a procurement process for the design and construction of new infrastructure, specifically a concrete base to support a Modular Data Centre, alongside associated service provisions and security fencing. This project, titled "Isambard AIDF Contract Change v2," falls under the construction industry category and is located in Bristol, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted via a direct method, described as "Below threshold - without competition," indicating a streamlined approach. Oakland Construction Ltd, a small or medium enterprise (SME), has been identified as the supplier, with the contract starting on 19th June 2026 and ending on 18th September 2026. The award status is currently pending, as detailed in a transparency notice dated 19th June 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in construction work for commercial and industrial buildings. The University of Bristol's decision to engage in a direct procurement process underscores the importance of having a proven track record and the ability to deliver specialised construction services efficiently. Companies in the construction sector looking to expand their portfolio with public sector clients can gain valuable exposure and experience through such projects. The focus on data centre infrastructure also highlights an increasing demand in this technology-driven area, ideal for businesses aiming to extend their expertise in state-of-the-art construction solutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Isambard AIDF Contract Change v2

Notice Description

Design and construction of the following works: Construction of new concrete base to support Modular Data Centre; Service Provision and Connection and Security Fencing. A transparency notice was published on 20/03/26. Since publication the scope of the works has been refined and we have received clarity on the status around Procurement Regulations. This notice is published to state the updated value of the Works, the new completion date and to make clear that this is NOT a regulated procurement under the Public Procurement Regulations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b8e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057967-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45213000 - Construction work for commercial buildings, warehouses and industrial buildings, buildings relating to transport

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,306,588 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Contract Period
18 Jun 2026 - 18 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS8 1QU
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OAKLAND CONSTRUCTION

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