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20 Jul 2026 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

Prifysgol Bangor / Bangor University has recently completed a procurement process to develop a tuition fee strategy, awarded to Nous Group. This contract, categorised under business services, specifically consulting, falls within the region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted using a direct method, below the threshold and without competition, and the award date was 16 July 2026. The contract period runs from 20 July 2026 until 11 September 2026, with a gross value of £92,399.98. Bangor University, operating under Welsh devolved regulations, acted as the buying organisation.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in strategic consultancy and educational services. Companies excelling in providing tailored consultancy services, particularly those familiar with the educational sector's financial frameworks, would find it advantageous to participate in similar opportunities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on innovative financial strategies would be well-suited for competition in such tenders. The relatively streamlined procurement process highlights an accessible pathway for businesses to engage with sub-central government authorities like Bangor University for future collaborations.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Development of a tuition fee strategy.

Notice Description

Bangor University has appointed a supplier to assist with the development of a tuition fee strategy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ce9f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068151-2026
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

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
£76,999 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 11 Sep 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
PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BANGOR
Postcode
LL57 2TR
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL32 Gwynedd
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gwynedd
Electoral Ward
Glyder
Westminster Constituency
Bangor Aberconwy

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NOUS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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