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title: "T995 Library Reading Room Refurbishment"
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# T995 Library Reading Room Refurbishment

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-01a9e90e-bd07-44a4-9a72-bfc6fa93fe0f

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## Summary

The University of Essex, located in Colchester (postcode CO4 3SQ), recently completed a tender process titled "T995 Library Reading Room Refurbishment," classified under the "Construction work" category (CPV code 45000000). This tender involved converting the Library Reading Room into two independent spaces for timetabled teaching ITS laboratories, including installing a new mechanical ventilation system, electrical and data wiring, carpeting, redecoration, and refurbishing localised areas like toilet facilities. The procurement stage is marked as complete, with key dates including a tender period that ended on 5th May 2023 and a contract period from 16th May 2023 to 22nd December 2023. The project's total value is estimated at GBP 700,000.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and refurbishment sectors, particularly those experienced in educational institutions' upgrades. Firms specialising in mechanical, electrical, and data installations, as well as general contractors with expertise in comprehensive refurbishment projects, will find this type of tender highly lucrative. Although this specific contract has been awarded to Hutton Construction Ltd, similar future opportunities can provide substantial business growth potential, especially for companies capable of handling complex projects and designed improvements in academic environments.

## Notice

The University of Essex is seeking tenders for a project to convert the Library Reading Room from a drop in study space to 2 x independent spaces used for timetabled teaching in the format of ITS laboratories. This will include a new Mechanical Vent system, Electrical and Data wiring, carpeting, redecoration and general refurbishment of localised areas, including toilet facilities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/592321e2-34a5-410d-986b-3aba4af46ad6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 15 May 2023 - 22 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HUTTON CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2024 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/592321e2-34a5-410d-986b-3aba4af46ad6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/592321e2-34a5-410d-986b-3aba4af46ad6
  27th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login?cid=UNIESSEX
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