--- title: "Inflatable Volleyball Dome Provision" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0508b8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0508b8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0508b8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0508b8.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY" published: "2025-05-19" --- # Inflatable Volleyball Dome Provision Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0508b8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0508b8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0508b8.json) ## Summary Birmingham City University, identified as a sub-central government public authority, is seeking tenders for the provision of an inflatable volleyball dome. This procurement process involves the construction of the UK's first indoor beach volleyball courts, located at Moor Lane playing fields in Birmingham. The project aims to establish a centre of excellence for beach volleyball in partnership with Sport England and Volleyball England. The procurement process is in the tender stage with an open procedure, due to close on 30 May 2025. The facility's construction is valued at £210,000 GBP and is covered by international agreements such as the GPA and CPTPP. The main procurement category is goods, with accelerated procedures justified by a state of urgency. Key contacts within the university include Mike Owers, who can be reached for further inquiries until 24 May 2025. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the construction and supply of inflatable sports structures, particularly those with a focus on leisure, sports, and educational facilities. With a need for technical ability, project delivery expertise, and sustainability planning, businesses that have a strong track record in similar projects can leverage their experience to compete effectively. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, and the procurement process allows for electronic submissions. Suppliers must demonstrate financial viability and technical capabilities through a specific questionnaire and registration on the UK Government's Supplier Central Digital Platform, providing a competitive edge in securing public sector contracts and enhancing business growth. ## Notice The project involves the construction of the UK's first indoor beach volleyball courts at Moor Lane playing fields, Birmingham, UK. This will consist of four international standard beach volleyball courts, housed under an inflatable dome that will be erected for six months annually. The facility aims to be a centre of excellence for beach volleyball in collaboration with Sport England and Volleyball England. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022609-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | 30 May 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 1 Oct 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £210,000 | | Lots value | £210,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B4 7BD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Nechells | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants - 45214000 - Construction work for buildings relating to education and research - 45217000 - Inflatable buildings construction work ## Release History - 19 May 2025 at 12:29 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022609-2025 - 29 Apr 2025 at 15:47 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017743-2025 - 28 Apr 2025 at 17:06 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017451-2025 - 28 Apr 2025 at 16:25 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017437-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022609-2025 19th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017743-2025 29th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017451-2025 28th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017437-2025 28th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - www.delta-esourcing.com Access Code : 9UV9H9252A - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-859 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-860 ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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