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Tender

04 Aug 2026 at 08:44

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire has announced an open procurement opportunity for the refurbishment of the ground floor toilets at their Luton Campus. This project falls under the works category, specifically focusing on water plumbing work and consultancy services. Located in Luton, UK, the contract has a projected value of £38,333.33 GBP, with a submission deadline set for 21 August 2026. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, following an open competition method, and encourages electronic submissions through the University’s designated portal. The planned contract period is from 14 September to 21 October 2026.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, particularly for organisations specialising in construction, plumbing, and consultancy services. Companies capable of delivering quality refurbishments with an emphasis on both cost efficiency and high standards could benefit substantially. With the award criteria weighing price at 60% and quality at 40%, businesses that can offer competitive pricing alongside excellent service quality will be well-placed to win the contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in plumbing works or those looking to expand their portfolio in the education sector may find this opportunity especially advantageous.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Procurement for Ground Floor Toilet Refurbishment, Luton Campus

Notice Description

Procurement for the Ground Floor Toilet Refurbishment, Luton Campus-UoB

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da98
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073471-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45332200 - Water plumbing work

71321300 - Plumbing consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£38,333 Under £100K
Lots Value
£38,333 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Sep 2026 - 21 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

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