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Fit-Out Contractor for Charles Carter Building

Description: All details can be found via the In-Tend portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home Please note, this budget has a total budget of PS300k incl VAT and there is a site visit on 2nd July at 10:30am. Please use In-Tend to arrange attendance at the site visit.

Summary: The University of Lancaster is conducting a procurement process for a "Fit-Out Contractor for Charles Carter Building" under the public authority - sub-central government classification. The procurement is in the tender stage with a key event, a site visit, scheduled for 2nd July 2026 at 10:30 am, and interested parties should submit their tenders by 12:00 pm on 16th July 2026. The project, located in Lancaster, UK, falls under the building construction and refurbishment works industry categories. The procurement method is an open competition, designed for below-threshold contracts, allowing interested parties to submit electronically via the In-Tend portal.

General Waste (Lot One) and Recyclate & Food Waste (Lot Two) Collection Services

Description: The University, Lancaster University, Bailrigg, LA1 4YW, is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the provision of a general (residual) and recyclate/food waste disposal service at Lancaster University. This tender is split into two lots: Lot 1 - General (Residual) Waste and Lot 2 - Recyclate & Food Waste.

Summary: The University of Lancaster has awarded a contract for General Waste (Lot One) and Recyclate & Food Waste (Lot Two) Collection Services. The contract, valued at £1,950,000, entails refuse and waste-related services within the United Kingdom. The procurement process followed an open procedure, culminating in an award on 12th June 2026. The contract covers a service period from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2028, with potential renewals up to 2031. Lancaster City Council has been selected as the supplier for this project, marking the completion of the procurement process.

Replacement Smoke Alarms 2026

Description: Replacement smoke detection to council owned dwellings within the Lancaster District

Summary: Lancaster City Council is overseeing a procurement process for "Replacement Smoke Alarms 2026," targeted at fire-prevention installation works within council-owned dwellings in Lancaster District, United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage and is part of an open competition procurement method, with documents accessible via the ProContract North eTendering portal. Interested businesses must register on ProContract as suppliers to participate. Key dates include an end date for the tender period on 22nd May 2026 and the anticipated contract period from 1st July 2026 to 31st March 2027, with possible extensions up to 2031. The procurement falls under the works category, valued at £1,080,000 GBP.

Lancaster Canal Quarter: Coopers Fields - Affordable Housing Development Opportunity Site

Description: Lancaster City Council is seeking to appoint a preferred housing developer partner to assist in delivering its housing regeneration ambitions for a specific city council owned site designated for early release within the Lancaster Canal Quarter regeneration area. The council has issued a Tender Notice and Invitation to Participate (ITP) for parties interested in taking forward the 0.9ha Coopers Fields site to deliver a mix of affordable and social housing in line with its adopted objectives. The council is particularly interested to hear from Registered Providers (RPs), developers with registered provider status in their business group, those with demonstrable capacity to partner with RPs, or those who are interested and may not fit in the above categories but would still be capable of delivering the same outcomes. The (read more...)

Summary: Lancaster City Council is inviting tenders for the "Lancaster Canal Quarter: Coopers Fields - Affordable Housing Development Opportunity Site," which falls under the works category. The procurement process aims to appoint a housing developer to collaborate with the council in delivering its housing regeneration goals within the Lancaster Canal Quarter area. Situated in Lancaster, United Kingdom, this initiative seeks expertise in site preparation, construction, and civil engineering services. The procurement stage is currently active, having commenced on 20th April 2026, with a deadline for expression of interest set for 18th May 2026. The process follows a Competitive Flexible with Dialogue approach, allowing for collaborative development and optimisation of proposals through dialogue stages. This flexible procedure has four main stages, which involve progressive engagement and selection up to the final tender submission.

SP261465 / Coach Hire with Driver - Framework Agreement

Description: The University is inviting submissions from transport operators to be part of a framework agreement of coach hire service with drivers. Further information is available once you have downloaded the procurement documents from the University's electronic tendering portal In-tend. This tender includes the availability of low value lots. Please note the University of Lancaster is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Procurement Act 2023 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Procurement Act 2023. Advertisement of any contract in the 'Find a Tender' is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no obligation to comply with the Procurement Act 2023 (as amended). The University reserves its rights in full to adapt or step (read more...)

Summary: The University of Lancaster, a public authority operating in the sub-central government sector, has initiated a tender process for a services contract titled "SP261465 / Coach Hire with Driver - Framework Agreement". This procurement process, which falls under the industry category of "Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver" (CPV: 60170000), is currently in the tender stage. Located in Lancaster, United Kingdom, the tender invites transport operators to submit proposals to become part of a framework agreement for coach hire services. Key dates for potential bidders include a submission deadline on 20th May 2026 at 12:00 PM and an enquiry period ending on 13th May 2026. The procurement uses an open procedure and includes lots that cater to specific needs, such as ad-hoc requirements and accessible coaches.

Provision of Simulated Patient Actors

Description: Lancaster University is inviting tenders for the provision of Simulated Patient Actors to support teaching, training and assessment activities within Lancaster Medical School. The successful supplier will provide trained actors to participate in simulated clinical scenarios used in medical education, including teaching sessions and formal student assessments such as Objective Structured Clinical Examinations. Actors will be required to portray patients in a range of clinical situations and follow structured case briefs provided by the University. The contract will support the delivery of high-quality clinical simulation to enhance student learning and assessment within the Medical School.

Summary: Lancaster University is seeking tenders for the provision of Simulated Patient Actors to enhance the teaching and assessment processes at Lancaster Medical School. This procurement falls under the category of Education and Training Services and is aimed at supporting clinical simulations. The procurement follows an open procedure and is currently active, with the tender period closing on 15 April 2026 and the enquiry period ending on 10 April 2026. Businesses interested in submitting tenders can do so electronically via the Lancaster University e-tendering portal by the specified deadlines. The contract is valued at £660,000, with additional gross options considered, and will commence on 1 September 2026, possibly extending to 2031 if renewal options are exercised. The project will be executed across various regions in the United Kingdom.

King Street Refurbishment

Description: Refurbishment of 87 King Street Lancaster and associated external works

Summary: Lancaster City Council is seeking tenders for the refurbishment of 87 King Street in Lancaster, along with associated external works. This procurement falls under the building construction work category and is conducted using an open competition method, classified below the threshold. Interested parties should register on the ProContract North eTendering portal to access and submit tender documents. The tender process is currently active, with a submission deadline set for 23rd April 2026, and the contract period running from 1st August 2026 to 30th April 2027. This project is valued at £750,000, with a focus on refurbishment works in the Lancashire region.

Intruder Alarm, Access Control and CCTV Service and Maintenance

Description: Lancaster University requires the services of a competent Supplier to undertake the service, maintenance and call-out to all intruder alarm, access control, vehicle barriers and CCTV systems identified by the Purchaser. This is currently, but not limited to, 110 security equipment installations, the vast majority of which are on the Lancaster University campus.

Summary: The University of Lancaster has completed a selective procurement process for the service and maintenance of intruder alarms, access control systems, and CCTV. The process culminated in the award of a contract to DH Fire and Security, which began on 1st June 2026 and is set to run until 31st May 2028, with the possibility of three one-year extensions, potentially extending the contract until 2031. The procurement was managed under a competitive flexible procedure, focusing on the safety and security of over 110 equipment installations, primarily located on the Lancaster University campus (region UKD44). The procurement falls under the services category and aligns with the legal framework set by UKPGA 2023/54. Key classifications involved include alarm systems, security cameras, access control systems, and maintenance services of security equipment, with the contract signed on 22nd May 2026. The contract is active and valued at GBP 105,240 gross.

ITT for a Cryo Free Dilution Refrigerator

Description: Lancaster University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the supply, delivery and installation of a cryo-free dilution refrigerator. Further information is contained within the Invitation to Participate document, issued in Intend. The University of Lancaster ("the University") is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Procurement Act 2023 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Procurement Act 2023. Advertisement of any contract in the 'Find a Tender' is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no obligation to comply with the Procurement Act 2023 (as amended). The University reserves its rights in full to adapt or step outside the procedures in the procurement legislation as (read more...)

Summary: The University of Lancaster has completed an open procurement procedure for the "Purchase of Cryo Free Dilution Refrigerator," aimed at enhancing laboratory capabilities within the United Kingdom's regions such as UKC, UKD, and others. The procurement, valued at £543,299.37, concluded with the award notice published on 14 April 2026. The tender process was initiated earlier in February 2026, with a submission deadline in March, and the award decision anticipated by mid-March. The standstill period ends on 24 April 2026, with the contract commencing on 25 April 2026. This purchase falls under the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" and marks the completion stage of the procurement process.

Window Cleaning Service Framework

Description: The University, Lancaster University, Bailrigg, LA1 4YW, is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) to establish a multi-lot Framework agreement for an on-going requirement for Window Cleaning to Academic and Student Residential buildings (both internally & externally). The cleaning is to include windowsills & wiping of frames, glass canopies and main entrances, all internal glass including glass office partitions; glass balustrades and all glass in atrium areas including lifts on campus and at Health Innovation One (HIO); and Chancellor's Wharf, Lancaster City centre. Normally window cleaning takes place: * Externally once a year * Internally once a year Window cleaning is generally scheduled between March and September each year with occasional requests during the remainder of the year for VIP events. (read more...)

Summary: The University of Lancaster has completed the procurement process to establish a Window Cleaning Service Framework, covering both academic and student residential buildings. This initiative invites tenders aimed at ensuring regular cleaning, including windowsills, frames, and glass canopies within campus premises located in Lancaster, UK. The procurement process is classified under the public authority sub-central government category and was conducted via an open procedure. The procurement has culminated in a framework agreement comprising two Lots intended to span from April 2026 to March 2028, with the possibility of extension until 2030. Numerous suppliers, including Bulloughs Cleaning Services Limited and HB Cleaning North Ltd, have been awarded contracts under this framework, facilitating mini-competitions for specific tasks as per need, effectively generating opportunities for business engagement.