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title: "Main Contractor for Construction of National Soil-Foundation-Structure Interaction (SoFSI) Facility"
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# Main Contractor for Construction of National Soil-Foundation-Structure Interaction (SoFSI) Facility

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-238e60d3-dbbe-4961-8580-23ea67f413ce

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is seeking a Main Contractor for the construction of the National Soil-Foundation-Structure Interaction (SoFSI) Facility at their Langford campus, which falls under the category of 'Construction work for university buildings'. The procurement process is at the Award stage, with the contract value set at approximately £4.1 million. The contract commenced on 17 March 2020 and is scheduled to conclude by 31 March 2021. This procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically a restricted procedure due to the contract's value exceeding the threshold. The tender period ended on 13 September 2019.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction firms looking to expand their portfolio, especially those with experience in university or research facility projects. Large-scale contractors with capabilities in complex construction works would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engagement in this project could enhance the visibility and reputation of competing businesses in the specialised field of academic infrastructure development.

## Notice

Appointment of a Main Contractor to construct a new research facility (the National Soil Foundation-Structure Interaction (SoFSI) Facility) at the University of Bristol Langford campus.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85cb2f8d-27f9-4725-a53f-25a63c280ead |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,110,378 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,110,378 |
| 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 BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS2 8BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ANDREW SCOTT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45214400 - Construction work for university buildings

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2020 at 10:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85cb2f8d-27f9-4725-a53f-25a63c280ead

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85cb2f8d-27f9-4725-a53f-25a63c280ead
  2nd April 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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