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title: "E-Sports Facility - Construction Works"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUFFOLK"
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# E-Sports Facility - Construction Works

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUFFOLK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-10d97ae2-abd2-4543-b64b-fc8485137b62

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## Summary

The University of Suffolk has undertaken a procurement process for the construction of an E-Sports Facility through a mini competition, using the Suffolk Construction Framework. The procurement method was selective, indicating a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract has an active award status, with Barnes Construction emerging as the successful supplier. The construction work, classified under the CPV code 45000000, was awarded for a total of £1,259,129. The location for the delivery is Ipswich, postal code IP3 8AH. Key dates include the tender period concluding on 1st March 2025, with the contract period commencing on 10th April 2025 and concluding on 1st September 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities primarily for large construction companies that are able to deliver complex projects to meet the demands of high-value contracts such as this. The engagement with the University of Suffolk facilitates collaboration and networking within the educational sector, expanding business presence in Ipswich and surrounding areas. Although not suitable for small or voluntary community sector enterprises, large firms can leverage this opportunity to establish or fortify their position in the regional construction market.

## Notice

Construction Works to deliver the University of Suffolk E-Sports Facility, A mini competition and award via the Suffolk Construction Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2478447-a875-4bb1-a36b-1f2488421429 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Apr 2025 - 1 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,259,129 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,259,129 |
| 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 SUFFOLK |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP4 1QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Alexandra |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2025 at 10:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2478447-a875-4bb1-a36b-1f2488421429

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2478447-a875-4bb1-a36b-1f2488421429
  17th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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