--- title: "Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2026-05-07" --- # Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026 Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is currently in the planning stage for its upcoming "Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026," which falls under the industry category of consultative engineering and construction services (CPV: 71310000). This framework aims to support the university's estates, infrastructure, and capital projects, with lots including Building Surveying Services, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services, among others. Located in Manchester, England (postal code: M13 9PL), this procurement process follows a selective method under a restricted procedure. Although further details will be provided by 29th May 2026, the procurement's anticipated start and end dates are 1st January 2027 and 31st December 2031, respectively. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction consultancy and engineering-related services to collaborate with a major academic institution and participate in projects of varying complexity and value. Companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), will find this framework strategically valuable as it facilitates access to a broad spectrum of consultancy activities, including engineering design and project management services. Engaging with this framework could enable aligned businesses to expand their portfolio and establish long-term partnerships with the University of Manchester. ## Notice The University of Manchester is providing advance notice of its intention to procure a Construction Consultancy Services Framework to support the delivery of its estates, infrastructure, and capital projects. The Framework will be structured across multiple Lots, including: * Lot 5: Building Surveying Services / Building Surveying and Project Management Services * Lot 6: Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services * Lot 7: Structural and Civil Engineering Services * Lot 8: Project Health and Safety / CDM Advisor Services The Framework is intended to provide access to appropriately qualified consultants across a range of disciplines, enabling the University to procure services for projects of varying scale, value, and complexity. In addition to core services, the Framework will allow for the provision of supplementary and specialist services to support integrated delivery. Information relating to: * the proposed Framework structure and scope * supplementary services * indicative procurement timetable * proposed Framework duration * estimated spend and anticipated project volumes by Lot * evaluation criteria for Framework submissions; is set out within the attached draft 'Instructions and Guidance' and 'Project Summary' documents. Please note: * All dates are indicative, and the tender may be released earlier or later than currently anticipated. * All information is provided in draft form and remains subject to change. Interested organisations should ensure they are registered on the University's In tend portal to access the tender documentation when it is published (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Registration). Any queries or expressions of interest at this stage may be directed to the named University contacts: David Sims - Framework Manager - david.sims@manchester.ac.uk Charlotte Hardman - Senior Category Manager - charlotte.hardman@manchester.ac.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eccb700b-dffa-43fa-b8b1-7190183b7225 | | Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 29 May 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M13 9PL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Hulme | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services - 71320000 - Engineering design services - 71340000 - Integrated engineering services - 71530000 - Construction consultancy services - 72224000 - Project management consultancy services ## Release History - 7 May 2026 at 13:55 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eccb700b-dffa-43fa-b8b1-7190183b7225 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eccb700b-dffa-43fa-b8b1-7190183b7225 7th May 2026 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/374e334d-373c-4bea-b636-0f64e9b2cfc8 Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026 Phase 2 - Instructions and Guidance - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a6c9c27c-557e-4bfd-82ba-d665c445f454 Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026 Phase 2 - Project Summary ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Registration ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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