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title: "Invitation to Tender for Environmental Science Business Research Centre (ESBRC) ERDF Ref: 36R17P01462"
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# Invitation to Tender for Environmental Science Business Research Centre (ESBRC) ERDF Ref: 36R17P01462

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a129de3b-a34f-4671-bc8c-37e0b0a45717

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## Summary

The University of Chester has undertaken a procurement process for the refurbishment of its office space into an Environmental Science Business Research Centre (ESBRC) at the Guildhall in Shrewsbury. The procurement is classified under construction work and has a maximum budget of £120,000, which may include funding from external bodies. The tender was published on 25th April 2017, and applications must be submitted by 12:00 noon on 18th May 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 12th June 2017 and conclude by 1st September 2017.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in construction and refurbishment projects, particularly those with experience in creating innovative office environments. Businesses that can offer competitive bids within the established budget and timelines, and who have the capability to manage redevelopments involving new lighting, flooring, and office layouts, would be well-suited to participate in this contract opportunity.

## Notice

University of Chester (UoC) is planning to refurbish a small area of the first floor at the Guildhall in Shrewsbury. The project involves the refurbishment of the existing office facility into new a Environmental Science Business Research Centre. Works include new partition wall to create the Business Engagement Suite, Innovation Lounge & new offices, new lighting, new flooring & redecoration. Tenderers are requested to note that this tender (and subsequent awarded contract) may comprise of requirements that are funded by external bodies, inclusive of ERDF funded projects, and therefore is working to a limited budget. As a guide the maximum budget allowed for this activity is up to PS120,000, including VAT. Please note that contract values and timescales for contract start and end dates may be subject to change. Full details and award criteria are as stated within the tender documents. Additional information: To apply and to participate in this tender opportunity, all applicants must register on the "In-Tend" e-tendering portal to access the tender documents. Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, please ensure that your registration does include being registered to view opportunities for the University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. Once registered, please download the procurement documents. These must be completed and returned together with any supporting documents via the In-Tend e-tendering portal by 12:00 noon, Thursday 18th May 2017 - www.in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester. There is Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site. Alternatively, for technical questions, In-tend Support can help suppliers and is open Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5pm (excluding Bank Holidays) - 0845 557 8079 / 0114 407 0065 / support@in-tend.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7deb98be-5b2d-4176-888a-2b8515292cff |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 18 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2017 - 1 Sep 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £65,000 |
| 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 CHESTER |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH1 4BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Chester City & the Garden Quarter |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NOVUS PROPERTY SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2017 at 16:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7deb98be-5b2d-4176-888a-2b8515292cff
- 25 Apr 2017 at 15:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64243d1d-43f4-462e-861d-b20713f45d32

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7deb98be-5b2d-4176-888a-2b8515292cff
  5th July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64243d1d-43f4-462e-861d-b20713f45d32
  25th April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/Home
  In Tend Link

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