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Design and Fit Out Contractor Framework

UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER

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29 Jul 2026 at 15:41

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by the University of Lancaster, based in Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK. The project, titled "Design and Fit Out Contractor Framework", pertains to the building construction industry, specifically classified under "Building construction work". This plan involves works valued at approximately £12,000,000 gross, with the tender process conducted using a selective competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include a submission deadline for expressions of interest on 2nd September 2026 and an award period closing on 1st October 2026. The framework agreement, intended to start on 4th January 2027 and run until 3rd January 2030, includes an option for a 24-month extension.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in building construction and design. It is best suited for companies capable of handling projects ranging from £300,000 to £1.5 million. Potential bidders have the opportunity to join a single-operator framework that allows for participation in various design and fit-out projects without reopening competition. Businesses that can deliver high-quality work at competitive prices will find this framework particularly beneficial for long-term growth and expansion in the public sector construction market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and Fit Out Contractor Framework

Notice Description

Lancaster University is inviting interested suppliers to participate in this tender for a Design and Fit-Out Contractor Framework (single operator). Please consider the information contained in this document and any associated attachments.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 24 month extension following an initial term of 36 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071882-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2027 - 3 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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