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title: "Estates improvement"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
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# Estates improvement

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-761de83d-189d-4a3c-b125-512c8ae02735

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth has completed the procurement process titled "Estates improvement" involving the replacement of single glaze louvre windows in the C130 corridor and changing rooms at Brixham Laboratory. This project falls under the industry category of "Windows, doors and related items" (CPV code 44221000) and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process, which used a competitive quotation method below the threshold, culminated in the awarding of the contract on 10th January 2025. The contract period started on 10th January 2025 and is set to conclude on 14th March 2025, with a total contract value of £32,750 GBP.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and installation works, particularly those focused on window and door fittings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like the awarded supplier Swift Installations South West Limited, are well-suited to compete for such contracts, given the project's size and the procurement method used. Engaging in these types of tenders can help businesses establish a foothold in public sector contracting while gaining valuable experience and expanding their market presence.

## Notice

Brixham Laboratory: To replace the single glaze louver windows on C130 corridor and the changing rooms.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7253518d-5362-4b18-9f30-1e1cf411e4f3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Jan 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,750 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,750 |
| 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 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SWIFT INSTALLATIONS SOUTH WEST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44221000 - Windows, doors and related items

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2025 at 13:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7253518d-5362-4b18-9f30-1e1cf411e4f3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7253518d-5362-4b18-9f30-1e1cf411e4f3
  12th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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