--- title: "4287.EFM.JR.24 Arts Tower Steps and Ramp Refurbishment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b87c600b-0be5-4ca6-965a-0528ef95015a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b87c600b-0be5-4ca6-965a-0528ef95015a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b87c600b-0be5-4ca6-965a-0528ef95015a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b87c600b-0be5-4ca6-965a-0528ef95015a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2025-03-12" --- # 4287.EFM.JR.24 Arts Tower Steps and Ramp Refurbishment Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b87c600b-0be5-4ca6-965a-0528ef95015a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b87c600b-0be5-4ca6-965a-0528ef95015a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b87c600b-0be5-4ca6-965a-0528ef95015a.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield has awarded the tender titled "4287.EFM.JR.24 Arts Tower Steps and Ramp Refurbishment." This project falls under the refurbishment industry category and involves extensive repair, maintenance, and overall refurbishment of the external main entrance of the Arts Tower. Key works include installing a new ramp compliant with Approved Document Part M, replacing terrazzo finishes and steps, relocating parking bays, and installing new conservation kerbs. The procurement process followed the open procedure (below threshold) and focused on works in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at GBP 584,543, was awarded to ASSIX Limited and is scheduled to run from 16th June 2025 to 12th September 2025. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in construction and refurbishment work. It is an excellent chance for companies skilled in concrete repairs, terrazzo finishes, drainage systems, and installing compliant ramps to showcase their expertise. The University of Sheffield's commitment to a comprehensive refurbishment of the Arts Tower entrance means that reliable contractors with proven experience in similar projects stand to benefit greatly. With the procurement stage now complete, businesses can look forward to potential future opportunities with the university, leveraging their successful involvement in this high-profile project. ## Notice The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Estates and Facilities Management for Arts Tower steps and ramp refurbishment. The project comprises the repair, maintenance and overall refurbishment of the external Arts Tower main entrance. The proposed works include (but are not limited to) the following. Replacement of the existing ramp with a new Approved Document Part M compliant ramp. Replacement terrazzo finishes to the concourse/plinth. Concrete repairs. Replacement terrazzo steps / treads to the concourse/plinth. Removal of existing parking bays (line marking) and relocation of accessible parking bays. Replacement ACO drains and re-bed surrounding block paving. Installation of new conservation kerb outline to demarcate historic reflecting pool. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 23rd September 2024 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: The University of Sheffield is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU) as amended by the Public Procurement (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. This procurement opportunity is operating outside of the Public Contracts Regulations named above and will not be subject to them. The University is advertising this opportunity in Contracts Finder on a voluntary basis and does not undertake any obligation to comply with the regulations (as defined above). It reserves its rights, in full, to adapt or step outside the procedures in the procurement regulations as the University considers necessary to fulfil the requirements outlined in the Invitation to Tender ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5823bec6-8051-4fda-801b-deffe58b771a | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 11 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 11 Mar 2025 | | Contract period | 15 Jun 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £320,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £584,543 | | 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 SHEFFIELD | | Locality | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S10 2TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ASSIX | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45453100 - Refurbishment work ## Release History - 12 Mar 2025 at 11:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5823bec6-8051-4fda-801b-deffe58b771a - 4 Oct 2024 at 14:24 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/872c87fe-e6ab-4dcc-8343-cc647f8a632d - 11 Sep 2024 at 13:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/872c87fe-e6ab-4dcc-8343-cc647f8a632d - 6 Sep 2024 at 12:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/872c87fe-e6ab-4dcc-8343-cc647f8a632d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5823bec6-8051-4fda-801b-deffe58b771a 12th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/872c87fe-e6ab-4dcc-8343-cc647f8a632d 4th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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