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title: "1650A Portland Building - Structural cracks and underpinning at De Montfort University, Leicester."
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# 1650A Portland Building - Structural cracks and underpinning at De Montfort University, Leicester.

Buyer: DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0070aff7-2523-4813-bf4b-c97478c9db4f

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## Summary

The procurement process involves De Montfort University seeking tenders for structural works on the Portland Building in Leicester, specifically addressing structural cracks and underpinning. This project, classified under miscellaneous building structures (CPV: 44112000), is currently in the tender phase with submissions due by 1 July 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 21 July 2021 and conclude by 27 August 2021. This open procurement method allows all interested parties to participate, representing an opportunity for diverse organisations to engage in the works required.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for construction firms, particularly those experienced in university building projects and underpinning works. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may possess the necessary agility and expertise to meet the project's specific coordination and logistical requirements, such as working within occupied spaces. Businesses that specialise in construction work for university buildings will find this particularly relevant, offering a chance to expand their experience and portfolio within the educational sector.

## Notice

The works comprise of the underpinning and construction of a concrete raft foundation to the fire exit lobby to the Prayer room in the Portland building. Associated works include the removal of existing windows and door and frame, the design and co-ordination of all temporary works including temporary piles, supports and blockwork and the re-instatement of windows / doors and frames, new flooring and decoration. The Building will be occupied during the course of the works. Careful coordination will be required for noisy / disruptive works and access to rooms / floor levels. Works will be restricted whereby not all windows at any one time will be accessible to work on at each floor level. The contractor should factor this into their delivery of the project. Full details of the University's requirements can be found in the tender documentation Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2882ca06-c68a-47b8-82b7-256795fe8aa4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2021 - 27 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 9BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44112000 - Miscellaneous building structures
- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45214400 - Construction work for university buildings

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2021 at 14:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2882ca06-c68a-47b8-82b7-256795fe8aa4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2882ca06-c68a-47b8-82b7-256795fe8aa4
  9th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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