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title: "Refurbishment of Halls of Residence at Park Campus"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a8d0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE"
published: "2026-05-29"
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# Refurbishment of Halls of Residence at Park Campus

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a8d0

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## Summary

The University of Gloucestershire has completed the tender process for the refurbishment of Dowty Villa, a hall of residence at its Park Campus in Cheltenham, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the works category, marked by the award phase dated 29 May 2026. The University aims to upgrade its student accommodation to improve the student experience. The procurement method applied was a limited competition given its below-threshold nature. The refurbishment of Dowty Villa is part of a programme that includes potential future phases for other villas, slated to commence on 22 June 2026 with a completion date of 31 August 2026. The buying organisation operates under the classification of a public authority - sub-central government.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly in refurbishment and construction sectors. With a sizeable contract value expected, it is an attractive opportunity for large-scale firms specialising in refurbishment work like the awarded supplier, BELL GROUP LTD. The process reported robust competition, with five final-stage bids, including those from SMEs, indicating a favourable environment for businesses equipped to deliver high-quality construction solutions. Businesses looking to compete in similar future opportunities should have the capability to meet the high standards required for educational infrastructure projects.

## Notice

The University of Gloucestershire wishes to procure a high-quality refurbishment of up to four halls of residence at its Park Campus, creating modern, safe, and accessible accommodation and communal spaces that enhance the student experience. Phase 1 of this programme is the refurbishment of Dowty Villa, a 36-bedroom hall of residence constructed circa 1999. The proposed commencement date of Phase 1 works is 22 June 2026. The potential future phases will entail the refurbishment of Grace, Jenner and Tyndale Villas. Proposed commencement dates for future phases are indicative only and are subject to change or cancellation if budgets are revised.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050811-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award 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 | 29 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £333,333 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE |
| Locality | CHELTENHAM |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL50 2RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Cheltenham |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Cheltenham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BELL GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 29 May 2026 at 11:39 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050811-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050811-2026
  29th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bellgroup.co.uk
- http://www.glos.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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