Mattress and Bedbase Turnaround 2026

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

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24 Jun 2026 at 10:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Mattress and Bedbase Turnaround 2026" was conducted by the University of the West of England, a public authority within the UK’s sub-central government sector. This contract involved the provision of mattress and bedbase products, including delivery, installation, removal, and disposal within the Student Village. Located in Bristol, the procurement pertains to the goods category, specifically bedroom furniture. The procurement process was completed using a direct method below the competition threshold, with the contract awarded to BISHOP'S BEDS LTD. Key dates include the contract period from 16th May 2026 to 17th May 2026, with the contract signing on 15th May 2026.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in furniture supply, particularly those capable of handling comprehensive delivery and installation services. Companies like BISHOP'S BEDS LTD, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) in the UK, have proven competitive in such direct procurement processes. Businesses that can offer efficient turnaround services and comply with public sector standards, especially within the educational sector, would be well-suited for similar contracts. This opportunity exemplifies how public university tenders can provide furniture suppliers with the prospect of expanding their market presence and operational capabilities.

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Notice Title

Mattress and Bedbase Turnaround 2026

Notice Description

Mattress and Bedbase order including delivery, install, removal and disposal for Summer turnaround 2026 (Student Village)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bbe5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059299-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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

39143100 - Bedroom furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£145,358 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 May 2026 - 17 May 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1QY
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)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BISHOP'S BEDS

Further Information

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