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title: "GB-Leeds: Z/3395 Bespoke External Furniture at Edward Boyle Library"
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# GB-Leeds: Z/3395 Bespoke External Furniture at Edward Boyle Library

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c843436f-e970-4f14-8701-0c7482b84672

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Leeds as the contracting authority, seeking tenders for "GB-Leeds: Z/3395 Bespoke External Furniture at Edward Boyle Library." This project, classified under the construction industry, entails the coordination, fabrication, supply, and installation of bespoke furniture for the Edward Boyle Library located in Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber. The tender process was conducted under an open procurement method, with the tender period closing on 2nd November 2018. The awarded contract, valued at £44,000, commenced on 26th November 2018 and is scheduled to conclude on 31st January 2019.

This project presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and bespoke furniture manufacturing, particularly those that can handle coordination and installation. Companies that are experienced in outdoor furniture fabrication, especially those that can work with the specifications outlined by the University of Leeds, will find this procurement attractive. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) might consider this a good entry point given that the contracting authority believes such enterprises may be suitable for this contract.

## Notice

The tender is for the co-ordination, fabrication / supply and installation / assembly of bespoke furniture for a location outside the University of Leeds Edward Boyle Library on the University's main campus. It is proposed that the main contractor co-ordinate preliminary on-site work necessary (e.g. setting support dowels for tables into the ground) and commissioning, delivery and installation of the bespoke benches and tables. Manufacturer of the benches and tables is to be contractor's choice, or they are welcome to undertake this in-house. However, to date the project has been discussed with Factory Furniture due to similarities with items of furniture that are in their standard range and existing furniture at The University. Should alternatives to working with Factory Furniture be proposed, proposals / working method to be included with tender return. Detail design of benches and tables - including but not limited to concrete mix, supports for slats, lifting eyes, dowel to secure table supports, means of drainage, levelling shims - to be agreed with manufacturer and approved by University of Leeds Architectural Technical Officer prior to manufacture. Drawings show a proposal to move a wayfinding point / sign presently on the site. This will be co-ordinated by the University if it goes ahead. If it doesn't, the spacing of the benches and orientation of bench B1 will be adjusted to suit (as shown in the feasibility document) Drawings show a proposal for bespoke planters outside the Edward Boyle Library windows. Details and means of procurement of these are TBC and therefore do not form part of this contract. Some details in the feasibility study have been superseded - where they contradict with other documents it is the other documents which should be referred to. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0732c44e-d4ca-43d5-81ea-e369f4430aab |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | 26 Nov 2018 - 31 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,000 |
| 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 LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NRB CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 27 Nov 2018 at 11:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0732c44e-d4ca-43d5-81ea-e369f4430aab

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0732c44e-d4ca-43d5-81ea-e369f4430aab
  27th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=361270520
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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