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title: "Refurbishment of Campus Gyms"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a71c"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA"
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# Refurbishment of Campus Gyms

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a71c

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## Summary

The University of Cumbria, a central government public authority, recently completed a procurement process now in the award stage for the "Refurbishment of Campus Gyms" project at their Carlisle and Lancaster campuses. This initiative aims to modernise and replace outdated strength and cardio equipment, alongside refurbishing flooring and decoration to enhance visual appeal. The procurement method employed was limited competition, appropriate for situations where the estimated value falls below the threshold. This contract, valued at £159,473.43 (excluding VAT), was awarded to Johnson Health Tech, operating as Matrix Fitness, and spans from 27th July 2026 to 30th June 2031. The focus of the project falls within the works category, specifically targeting gymnasium construction and equipment.

This tender provides notable opportunities for businesses focusing on fitness facility design and equipment provision, particularly those with the capacity to manage large-scale projects. While the procurement was restricted to limited competition, it offered valuable chances for potential suppliers to engage with a public authority in upgrading educational institution facilities, fostering industry presence and expertise in the public sector. The tender's requirements for modern equipment and aesthetic renovations signal openings for both established companies and medium enterprises with innovative solutions in the fitness and wellness industry.

## Notice

The University of Cumbria are seeking a Supplier to refurbish the Fitness Suites within their Carlisle and Lancaster Campuses to modernise and replace all current outdated strength and cardio equipment with new updated equipment which will be leased. This tender is to also replace flooring and complete decoration to create a visual impact and appeal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069985-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £159,473 |
| Contracts value | £159,473 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA |
| Locality | CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 2HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JOHNSON HEALTH TECH T/A MATRIX FITNESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 37420000 - Gymnasium equipment
- 45212222 - Gymnasium construction work

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2026 at 07:12 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069985-2026
- 28 May 2026 at 08:58 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050084-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069985-2026
  24th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050084-2026
  28th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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