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title: "Provision of Technical Services at The High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC)"
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# Provision of Technical Services at The High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a6a63c4-68b4-4adc-b993-8aed0542696c

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed the procurement process for the provision of technical services at The High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC). This tender falls under the category of civil engineering consultancy services and is located in Birmingham, England, postal code B15 2TT. The procurement method employed was "Other - Services-EU-VEAT." The tender commenced on 17 December 2024, and the contract period extends from 18 December 2024 to 31 December 2025. The total contract value is £3,280,000, and the award was successfully granted to MTC Operations Limited on 13 January 2025. The key contact for this tender is Richard Holmes, reachable via r.holmes@bham.ac.uk or by phone at 01214143344.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in civil engineering consultancy services, particularly those specialising in high-temperature research environments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is tailored to accommodate them, even though it is not directly targeted at voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE). Companies with expertise in engineering consultancy and technical service provision can significantly benefit from engaging in this lucrative contract, leading to potential growth and enhanced market presence within the industry.

## Notice

Provision of Technical Services at The High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a66e677f-001d-4b9e-ac25-3f5ea53e3663 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Services-EU-VEAT |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,280,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,280,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MTC OPERATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2025 at 14:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a66e677f-001d-4b9e-ac25-3f5ea53e3663

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a66e677f-001d-4b9e-ac25-3f5ea53e3663
  19th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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