UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Lancaster University is inviting expressions of interest (EOI) and submissions from contractors interested in tendering for the above Project. Please consider the information contained in this notice and any associated attachments. If you wish to be considered for shortlisting for ITT Stage, please respond as instructed. Additional information: The site is located at Forrest Hills, Hazelrigg Lane, Ellel, Lancaster, LA7 0PL. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Lancaster University, Information Systems Services (ISS) is seeking the services of IT specialist recruitment agencies to help us to fill several vacancies we are currently carrying. As you may be aware we have some challenges filling a range of IT jobs due to new working arrangements post Covid, poor recruitment processes and an evolving sector with more opportunities. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Lancaster University is inviting expressions of interest (EOI) and submissions from contractors interested in tendering for the above Project. Please consider the information contained in this notice and any associated attachments. If you wish to be considered for shortlisting for ITT Stage, please respond as instructed. Additional information: The site is located at Forrest Hills, Hazelrigg Lane, Ellel, Lancaster, LA7 0PL. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Lancaster University is inviting expressions of interest (EOI) and submissions from contractors interested in tendering for the above Project. Please consider the information contained in this notice and any associated attachments. If you wish to be considered for shortlisting for ITT Stage, please respond as instructed. Additional information: The site is located at Forrest Hills, Hazelrigg Lane, Ellel, Lancaster, LA7 0PL. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

FORMAL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST INVITED PRIOR TO THE RUNNING OF A CLOSED TENDER: Lancaster University is looking to upgrade the Drinks and Snacks vending machine provision on campus. We wish to use this opportunity to expand the product range by enhancing retail offerings already provided by current campus outlets. Lancaster University is looking for 24 hour/ 7 day access and service to vending machines with low levels of 'out of stock' products and 'downtime'. Ethical and environmental criteria is very important including the energy efficiency and technological development of the vending machines. Lancaster University will retain the ultimate right to type and location of vending machines along with supply of brands and products. Lancaster University is also seeking access to timely and accurate management information of all vending machines. The University is seeking a fully managed vending service on a nil rental or lease basis, with all risks for equipment and contents remaining with the Supplier. The Supplier will also be responsible for the replenishment, cleaning, servicing and comprehensive maintenance of the equipment, including all parts and labour necessary to keep the vending machines in working order throughout the contract. The Supplier will pay a royalty based on the total revenue generated from all machines supplied as a contribution towards a profit share and the cost of services [e.g. water, electricity] provided and the rental of the vending areas allocated by Lancaster University. The anticipated annual contract value (turnover) is in excess of £150k The University will host a group site visit on 9th March 2023 commencing 1pm. This will consist of a tour of the campus and an opportunity to ask questions. Please come to the LICA Building (North campus) LIC on campus map. Please register your intention to attend the site visit via the In-Tend 'correspondence' function by close of play Tuesday 7th March 2023 at the latest, providing the names of your proposed attendees. Lancaster University is inviting expressions of interest (EOI) and submissions from suppliers interested in tendering for the Drinks and Snacks vending machine contract at Lancaster University campus, before running a closed tender. Please download the Expression of Interest/Selection Stage letter and if your organisation will have the resource and capacity for delivering this fully managed service and wishes to be considered for shortlisting for ITT Stage, please respond as instructed. RESPONSES MUST BE IN THE PRESCRIBED FORMAT AND SUBMITTED VIA IN-TEND. University's e-tendering portal: In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ DOCUMENTS MUST BE ACCESSED AND SUBMISSIONS MADE VIA THIS PORTAL. Any clarifications on procedure, documentation or the project generally must be raised through the In-Tend 'correspondence' function. In-Tend Support: Phone: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Web : https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help122

The University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for an Open Access (OA) Management system to coordinate all aspects of OA workflows, including sourcing appropriate publishing outlets, managing Article Processing Charges (APCs) and effective reporting. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The University is inviting tenders for the provision of an integrated plant phenotyping platform. The platform will measure plant water use efficiency using mass balance, integrated with control of fertigation regimes and measurement of microclimate. It will be one component of a Centre for Photosynthetic Diversity, jointly supported by the University and the Wolfson Foundation. The Centre is scheduled for scheduled for delivery by July 31st 2024, and may become part of a future UK phenotyping infrastructure. The platform will be installed within a controlled environment facility, in parallel with an automated imaging system designed to capture leaf area development and leaf biochemistry. The controlled environment facility and imaging system are tendered separately, and we anticipate a need for the platform supplier to work in concert with the manufacturers of these systems to ensure compatibility. The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. There could be a requirement for further purchases, dependent on future funding. Lancaster University reserves the right not to award a contract following this tender, nor does it bind itself to accept the lowest price or any quotation. The contract awarded shall not be split in multiple suppliers to fulfil the options. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the supply, delivery and installation of an ultra-high vacuum variable temperature combined scanning tunnelling microscope and atomic force microscope system (UHV VT-STM/AFM). Key features of the system will be the ability to collect images with atomic and sub-molecular resolution on conducting and insulating materials across variable temperatures for molecular electronics studies. The system will be installed in the Lancaster ultra-low noise IsoLab facility, and is anticipated to support research on surface science, molecular electronics, thermoelectric materials, and surface chemistry. The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. There could be a requirement for further purchases, dependent on future funding. Lancaster University reserves the right not to award a contract following this tender, nor does it bind itself to accept the lowest price or any quotation. The contract awarded shall not be split in multiple suppliers to fulfil the options. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The University, Lancaster University, Bailrigg, LA1 4YW, is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) for a Health and Safety management platform to include: Risk Assessments, Management of H&S actions, Checking and Validating H&S procedures, Accident and Incident (Reporting and Investigation) and Management information. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Lancaster University is out to tender for an External Print Framework. This will predominantly be used by the internal Print Room (Creative Studio) to support the Team when they either don't have the capability or capacity to deliver a particular print job. It is the expectation that bidders will deliver in-house printing and finishing services, however, it is acceptable to outsource specialist finishing services. The Framework will have an initial term of 3 years with an extension of up to 2 years. Spend in this area is c. £200k per annum, however, this is not a guaranteed level of spend and is split across the three lots. Additional information: To access the Procurement Documentation, please go to In-Tend Procurement Portal. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home Bidders must express an interest which will enable them to view and download the documentation. All bids must be submitted through the In-Tend portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Lancaster University is out to tender for an External Print Framework. This will predominantly be used by the internal Print Room (Creative Studio) to support the Team when they either don't have the capability or capacity to deliver a particular print job. It is the expectation that bidders will deliver in-house printing and finishing services, however, it is acceptable to outsource specialist finishing services. The Framework will have an initial term of 3 years with an extension of up to 2 years. Spend in this area is c. £200k per annum, however, this is not a guaranteed level of spend and is split across the three lots. Additional information: To access the Procurement Documentation, please go to In-Tend Procurement Portal. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home Bidders must express an interest which will enable them to view and download the documentation. All bids must be submitted through the In-Tend portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Lancaster University wish to appoint a contractor to carry out an effective inspection, testing, maintenance and repair service for all types of Automatic doors and Roller shutter doors at the Lancaster University campus and other named locations off campus. The intention of this contract is to ensure that all automatic doors, roller shutters, and associated equipment operate safely, efficiently and in accordance with all relevant legislation and to the manufacturer's specification. Additional information: This EOI letter has been made available through the University's electronic tendering portal (In-Tend). Tenderers must submit their responses to the EOI through this same portal by the deadline stipulated at the top of this letter. In-Tend Support: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Any queries regarding this EOI must be directed via the In-Tend 'correspondence' function, and not sent directly to individual Lancaster University employees or agents by email or otherwise. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Lancaster University wish to appoint a contractor to carry out an effective inspection, testing, maintenance and repair service for all types of Automatic doors and Roller shutter doors at the Lancaster University campus and other named locations off campus. The intention of this contract is to ensure that all automatic doors, roller shutters, and associated equipment operate safely, efficiently and in accordance with all relevant legislation and to the manufacturer's specification. Additional information: This EOI letter has been made available through the University's electronic tendering portal (In-Tend). Tenderers must submit their responses to the EOI through this same portal by the deadline stipulated at the top of this letter. In-Tend Support: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Any queries regarding this EOI must be directed via the In-Tend 'correspondence' function, and not sent directly to individual Lancaster University employees or agents by email or otherwise. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No