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title: "Reupholster existing dining chair bases"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065ad4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-02-24"
---

# Reupholster existing dining chair bases

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065ad4

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the University of Exeter, pertains to the reupholstering of existing dining chair bases, incorporating new foams and boards. This falls under the 'works' procurement category. The process concluded with the contract being awarded directly without competition, under a below-threshold procurement method. The contract, valued at £32,567.61, was awarded to South West Upholstery Ltd, based in Bristol, and spans from 31st December 2025 to 1st July 2026. The legal framework guiding this process is the UK Public General Acts 2023/54, and the work is localized to Exeter, UK.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance, specifically related to sports facility furniture. It presents a chance for small and medium-sized enterprises with expertise in upholstery services to showcase their capabilities. Given the direct award nature of the process, similar businesses looking to expand their client base should explore similar opportunities that arise under the public undertaking category to secure contracts with entities like the University of Exeter. The focus on high-quality craftsmanship in upholstery is critical, suggesting that businesses with a strong track record in detailed, bespoke projects will be well-suited for such tenders.

## Notice

To reupholster existing dining chair bases Including new foams and board

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016397-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Dec 2025 - 1 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £32,567 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212290 - Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2026 at 11:28 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016397-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016397-2026
  24th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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