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title: "Flooring Framework"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY"
published: "2017-02-23"
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# Flooring Framework

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2281a8c5-1393-47ec-b2fb-fd8f55dc79ae

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Lancaster University, which is seeking tenders for its "Flooring Framework" to provide flooring services, including minor maintenance works, for projects valued up to £25,000. This tender falls under the works category and is characterised as a recurrent procurement type. The open procedure aims to appoint six suppliers for a framework that will last up to four years, contingent on performance and annual reviews. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 27 March 2017, with supplier information days scheduled for 3 and 8 March 2017. The project location is in Lancaster, North West England, and interested suppliers must confirm attendance by specific deadlines to participate in the information sessions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for flooring contractors looking to expand their business within the higher education sector. Companies specialising in various flooring services, such as floor-laying, covering works, or maintaining wooden and flexible floor types, would be well-suited to compete. The framework's structure allows successful bidders to secure a steady stream of projects over the term, making it particularly appealing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) eager to grow their client base in a competitive market.

## Notice

The University is inviting tenders for the provision of flooring services incl minor maintenance works for projects up to the value of PS25,000. This shall cover indoor flooring of all types within the University, ranging from a single room to several residential blocks. Details of the specific requirements can be found in Schedule 1: Specification. Six suppliers shall be appointed a place on the University Framework, which shall run for up to 4 years, subject to satisfactory performance and annual review. For any or all suppliers unfamiliar with our documentation, we will provide guidance on the documentation to break down each section and explain what is required. Two supplier information days will be held on 03/03/2017 and 08/03/2017 and attendance shall be confirmed via In-Tend by 01/03 and 06/03/2017 respectively. We will allow for a maximum of two attendees per supplier and ask that you confirm your attendees wherever possible. Details of the locations of these sessions will be made available to those who confirm attendance. Additional information: All information can be downloaded via the In-Tend Portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home Two supplier information days will be held on 03/03/2017 and 08/03/2017 and attendance shall be confirmed via In-Tend by 01/03 and 06/03/2017 respectively. We will allow for a maximum of two attendees per supplier and ask that you confirm your attendees wherever possible. Details of the locations of these sessions will be made available to those who confirm attendance. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b87c3d0-ff70-42f7-a496-8bfb65fe5d00 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2017 - 31 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,200,000 |
| 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45432000 - Floor-laying and covering, wall-covering and wall-papering work
- 45432100 - Floor laying and covering work
- 45432110 - Floor-laying work
- 45432111 - Laying work of flexible floor coverings
- 45432113 - Parquet flooring
- 45432114 - Wood flooring work
- 45432130 - Floor-covering work

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2017 at 15:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b87c3d0-ff70-42f7-a496-8bfb65fe5d00

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b87c3d0-ff70-42f7-a496-8bfb65fe5d00
  1st March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home

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