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Framework for the Provision of International Student Recruitment Programs

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Planning

02 Jul 2026 at 18:14

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham, located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Framework for the Provision of International Student Recruitment Programs." This initiative pertains to the services category, focusing on business services such as marketing and student recruitment. With the objective of exploring innovative partnerships for its international pathway programs, the University is inviting expressions of interest from third parties. The deadline for submissions is scheduled for 23rd July 2026. The project offers work both in the UK and at the University’s campus in Dubai, highlighting the strategic importance of international student recruitment for the institution.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marketing, consulting, and recruitment services. Companies with a track record in delivering international student recruitment programs and related business services are well-positioned to benefit from this framework agreement. The potential for long-term contracts running from 2028 to 2032, combined with the University’s strategic commitment to international growth, offers substantial prospects for business expansion and collaboration in the education sector both domestically and internationally. Interested parties are advised to register on the University’s E-Tendering Portal to express their interest in this significant growth opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the Provision of International Student Recruitment Programs

Notice Description

International student recruitment is a strategic priority for the University, and a key channel of recruitment is international pathway programs. Currently, the University delivers its own international pathway programs at both its main campus in the UK and at its Dubai campus. Partnership with a 3rd party provides marketing and student recruitment services for the programs against agreed targets. The contract under which this partnership operates is due to expire in 2028 and the University is keen to consider alternative and innovative approaches and models. We therefore welcome expressions of interest from third parties that can support the university in growing recruitment through its international pathways programs. If you are interested in engaging with the University for this project, please register to our E-Tendering Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home) if you are not already, and express interest against the Framework Agreement for the Provision of International Student Recruitment Programs.

Planning Information

International student recruitment is a strategic priority for the University, and a key channel of recruitment is international pathway programs. Currently, the University delivers its own international pathway programs at both its main campus in the UK and at its Dubai campus. Partnership with a 3rd party provides marketing and student recruitment services for the programs against agreed targets. The contract under which this partnership operates is due to expire in 2028 and the University is keen to consider alternative and innovative approaches and models. We therefore welcome expressions of interest from third parties that can support the university in growing recruitment through its international pathways programs. If you are interested in engaging with the University for this project, please register to our E-Tendering Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home) if you are not already, and express interest against the Framework Agreement for the Provision of International Student Recruitment Programs. Interested parties should note that the University of Birmingham is operating as a Non Contracting Authority and any process associated with this tender opportunity will be conducted outside of the Procurement Act 2023.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c2da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062497-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2028 - 1 Jan 2032 4-5 years
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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