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title: "University of Sunderland - Civil and Structural Engineer Framework"
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# University of Sunderland - Civil and Structural Engineer Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-67392d3e-bc6a-4f8a-8829-3897bf8dc73d

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland is inviting tenders for a Civil and Structural Engineer Framework agreement. The estimated value of the framework is £300k, with a possibility of further spend up to 25%. The contract period will be for 2 years initially, with an option to extend for a further two years. The tender deadline is 29th August 2023, and the contract will run from 2nd October 2023 to 30th September 2025.

This tender by the University of Sunderland offers business growth opportunities for consulting firms specializing in structural engineering services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete for this tender. The University aims to appoint 3 consultants to the framework, offering potential collaborations with various funding bodies for projects under the agreement.

## Notice

The University seeks to develop a framework agreement for Civil and Structural Engineer Consultancy services. It is envisaged that 3 consultants will be appointed to the Framework. A typical schedule of services required can be found in Appendix F. Estimated value of this framework is :- PS300k For the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award we reserve the right to spend a further 25% of the anticipated spend subject to changes in University requirements or changes to legislation. The framework will run for a period of 2 years with an option to extend for a further two years in annual increments. Any commissions under this contract or framework maybe subject to external funding from bodies such as Arts Council, ERDF, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP etc. and the successful suppliers will be expected to work with the University on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive. Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67bd9db0-9209-4789-acec-4c49e1f6f75c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Oct 2023 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2023 at 12:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67bd9db0-9209-4789-acec-4c49e1f6f75c
- 28 Jul 2023 at 07:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67bd9db0-9209-4789-acec-4c49e1f6f75c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67bd9db0-9209-4789-acec-4c49e1f6f75c
  8th August 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home

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