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title: "Extension and Refurbishment of Hepworth House to accommodate for the new Centre of Eyecare Excellence"
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# Extension and Refurbishment of Hepworth House to accommodate for the new Centre of Eyecare Excellence

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f1c989e-db1e-4652-a9eb-052b3267d10c

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth has awarded a contract for the extension and refurbishment of Hepworth House to facilitate the new Centre of Eyecare Excellence within the School of Health Professions. This project, classified under the industry category of "overhaul and refurbishment work," is valued at approximately £4.58 million GBP. The procurement process, conducted using an open procedure, reached the award stage on 2nd May 2025 with the contract running from 1st May 2025 through to 30th September 2027. The work location is primarily based in Plymouth, Devon, with potential delivery across various international regions such as British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses involved in the construction and refurbishment sectors. SMEs will find this project particularly suitable due to its size and requirements, whereas larger enterprises might have already capitalised on the opportunity, given that Obedair Ltd, identified as a large-scale supplier, has been awarded the contract. The involvement in such projects could bolster a company's portfolio within the construction and building refurbishment industry, paving the way for future projects of similar scale and expertise. Furthermore, participation in tenders from reputable institutions like the University of Plymouth could enhance business reputation and open doors to further collaborations and contracts.

## Notice

The University of Plymouth Project Brief is to facilitate the expansion of Optometry within the School of Health Professions that will involve the relocation of two existing optometry sites into the one main building at Hepworth House, which will provide the new Centre for Eye-care Excellence.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20a29fa0-9455-4146-b26f-42c51e0b2782 |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,580,017 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,580,107 |
| 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 PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OBEDAIR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses
- 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 1 Aug 2025 at 12:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20a29fa0-9455-4146-b26f-42c51e0b2782

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20a29fa0-9455-4146-b26f-42c51e0b2782
  1st August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=90379&B=UNIVERSITYPLYMOUTH
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97185
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement

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