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title: "Spine duct gas mains replacement works"
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current_stage: "Award"
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# Spine duct gas mains replacement works

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3d0f2210-3420-4ea3-b60a-c50fcf6a86ee

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## Summary

The University of Lancaster is currently in the Award stage of a procurement process for the "Spine duct gas mains replacement works." This contract falls under the construction industry category and is located at Lancaster University's Bailrigg Campus (postcode LA1 4YW). The tender was published on 3rd July 2017, with the bidding period closing on 14th July 2017. The project has a total value of £400,000 and requires the awarded contractor to commence work on-site by 7th August 2017, with the contract lasting until 17th September 2018. The procurement method used for this tender is an open procedure, inviting all interested suppliers to submit their bids.

This tender presents significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), looking to expand their portfolio through public sector contracts. Companies with expertise in gas infrastructure, general construction, and project management would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, the inclusive nature of the tendering process allows various businesses to participate, providing an excellent chance to establish long-term relationships with a prominent educational institution.

## Notice

The Purchaser is inviting tenders for the replacement of the natural gas main along the length of the North and South Spine Ducts from the Great Hall to Pendle College. Summer 2017 works are in the South Spine from the underpass to Pendle College and the Summer 2018 works are in the North Spine from the underpass to the Great Hall. This tender is not lotted. One contractor will be awarded the full package of work and must be fully available to mobilise so as to commence work on site on 07.08.17. The University will host an accompanied site visit 07.07.17 commencing 10.30a.m. on campus (LA1 4YW). Please refer to the procurement documents for full details: The tender is only available to potential tenderers through the Purchaser's electronic tendering (e-tendering) portal: In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home There are no charges associated with registration/access. Tenderers must also submit their responses to the tender through this same portal. Hardcopy returns are not invited. Access to the portal and advice/training is free of charge. Advice is available on system use only, and not for basic IT skills or software set up. In-Tend Support: Phone: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Web : https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7974900-4307-4aaf-8b12-041113b0edf2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jul 2017 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2017 - 17 Sep 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £546,000 |
| 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 LANCASTER |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TCLARKE NORTHWEST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2017 at 15:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7974900-4307-4aaf-8b12-041113b0edf2
- 3 Jul 2017 at 13:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6975f4ec-ee66-4c32-94a7-05113dd469f7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7974900-4307-4aaf-8b12-041113b0edf2
  26th July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6975f4ec-ee66-4c32-94a7-05113dd469f7
  3rd July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home
  In-Tend (e-tendering portal)

## Notice URLs

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

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