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title: "BSMS Strategy and Ops Review"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
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# BSMS Strategy and Ops Review

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-276c92ce-db89-4d22-818d-21961e93ad75

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## Summary

The University of Sussex, located in Brighton, England, has completed the procurement process for a strategic and operational review of its medical school (BSMS). The tender, titled "BSMS Strategy and Ops Review," falls under the industry category of Business and Management Consultancy Services. This procurement, identified by the code US_25074, was carried out through a limited procurement method involving competitive quotation, aiming to keep costs below a certain threshold. The request for quote was issued on 31st January 2025 and closed on 26th February 2025. The award was announced on 30th May 2025, with the contract period running from 30th June 2025 to 29th June 2026. The total contract value is £30,000 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in governance, organisational reviews, and strategies for higher education institutions. The contract was awarded to Huron Consulting Services UK Ltd, a large-scale enterprise; however, the procurement process encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), indicating that businesses of various scales could have been competitive. Companies with a keen interest in academic institutions or those with experience in similar sectors would find such tenders appealing for growth and portfolio expansion. Although the time frame for this particular tender has closed, understanding the procurement process can provide valuable insights for businesses aiming to engage in future opportunities with universities and similar entities.

## Notice

a review of the governance and organisational model/arrangements for the medical school (BSMS). Request for quote issued to selected suppliers 31/1/2025 closed 26/02/2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4384e84b-b7d9-4517-bce6-961796984a4e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2025 - 29 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HURON CONSULTING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2025 at 10:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4384e84b-b7d9-4517-bce6-961796984a4e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4384e84b-b7d9-4517-bce6-961796984a4e
  7th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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