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21 Jul 2026 at 08:44

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Huddersfield has successfully completed a procurement process for the removal of a substantial spoil heap at its Southgate Campus in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. This project falls under the 'Demolition, site preparation and clearance work' category within the construction industry, specifically targeting works valued below the threshold—although the contract was awarded at £90,000 (net). The procurement stage is marked as complete, and the contract was signed on 14th July 2026. The main work was carried out by RJR Group from Skegness, lasting from 20th July to 31st July 2026.

This opportunity highlights the potential for businesses involved in demolition, excavation, and earthmoving services to engage with educational institutions requiring site preparation work. Large businesses experienced in efficiently managing and executing such scale projects could leverage this tender as a case study to further establish their reputation in the sector and expand their portfolio. It is a prime example of how strategic collaborations with universities can open avenues for substantial growth in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Spoil heap removal from The University of Huddersfield

Notice Description

A substantial spoil heap consisting primarily of soil and associated debris has accumulated at the Southgate Campus and requires removal to facilitate ongoing site operations and future development activities. The successful Contractor shall be responsible for all activities necessary to safely remove the material from site and transport it to an appropriately licensed disposal or recovery facility. Scope of Works The Contractor shall provide all labour, plant, equipment, vehicles, supervision, permits, and associated resources required to complete the works. Estimated Quantities The spoil heap is estimated to comprise: Material Description Estimated Quantity Spoil Approximately 6,002 tonnes For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Huddersfield:-Demolition%2C-site-preparation-and-clearance-work./647D8S6NM4 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/647D8S6NM4

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cf79
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068531-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45111000 - Demolition, site preparation and clearance work

45112000 - Excavating and earthmoving work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 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 HUDDERSFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUDDERSFIELD
Postcode
HD1 3DH
Post Town
Huddersfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Newsome
Westminster Constituency
Huddersfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RJR GROUP

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