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Lancaster University and Lancaster University Students' Union is inviting expressions of interest (EOI) from suppliers interested in tendering. The winning bidder will be required to provide both performance kit and leisurewear (male and female) to a variety of clubs for approximately 40 sports. This will support the Student Unions' goal of standardising a Lancaster University image across all teams. Lancaster University requires any supplier awarded the contract to start mobilisation in April 2024 for a delivery date the end of July 2024. The Student Union would require any candidates to be able to provide an overview of their sustainability policy and procedures. With the university sporting season spanning such a short window from October to March, lead times are significant for both team wear and leisure wear/personal items, and should therefore be made readily available within 3-4 weeks from the date of order. The successful supplier would need to be able to provide flexible garments with not just 'male' and 'female', but also unisex options, so that visually there is coherence. The successful supplier will also be required to provide individual Lancaster University Students' Union branded products online where students can view products and place orders direct for themselves. Additional information: This EOI has been made available to potential tenderers through the University's electronic tendering (e-tendering) portal: In-Tend Tenderers must submit their responses to the EOI through this same portal. All aspects (documents/attachments/responses) of the EOI return can and must be submitted via the e-tendering portal. Please do not also post the University a hardcopy of your EOI return unless specifically instructed to do so. Use of the portal does not require the purchase of high specification IT equipment or connections, nor high level personal IT skills/capabilities. Access to the portal and advice/training is free of charge. Advice is available on system use only, and not for basic IT skills or software set up. In-Tend Support: Phone: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Web : https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The University is looking to award a framework contract for the Provision of Airport Taxi Services to proactive and progressive operator(s) who are able to support the transportation of University staff, students, visiting guest and other dignitaries on an ad-hoc basis to and from local airports. The highest quality of transport and service is expected in order to reflect the University's reputation and prestige. Further information is available on In-Tend - ref SP/24/1364 Additional information: 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

Lancaster University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) for a Project Manager for LUMS Refurbishment (Phase 2 East) Project 2024 working with a Quantity Surveying Services Consultancy on behalf of Lancaster University from Stage 5 to 7. Lancaster University's Management School (LUMS) have embarked on an ambitious programme to redevelop and expand the existing management school complex of buildings. A first phase of the Management School redevelopment (LUMS01) has been successfully delivered to provide the new built West Pavilion. The second phase of the development (LUMS02) consists of the refurbishment of existing buildings Gillow House, Graduate Management School, Lecture Theatres 5-8, Gillow Quad and Lancaster Leadership Centre. The West Pavilion, Lancaster Leadership Centre and Lecture Theatres 5 to 8 will remain operational for the full duration of the works. To develop the project, LU appointed a Principal Contractor on a Pre-Construction Service Agreement to review the previous design and develop the design to respond to the future requirements for LU following the pandemic and any changes are developed to RIBA Stage 4. As the design develops, a phasing programme and costing process will be developed however the current programme is included in this document for information.

The University is inviting tenders for the provision of a multi-mode microplate reader to support biochemistry work in the Lancaster Environment Centre. 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

This is a framework contract for fibre works and replacement services. All aspects are to be carried out to national class standard and to the highest standards of workmanship with no defects. Contractor should be experienced in working on wide area fibre infrastructure networks. Contractors should be able to demonstrate experience with HellermannTyton and Splice UK products. One supplier shall be appointed to the University Framework, which shall run for up to 4 years, subject to satisfactory performance and annual review. Additional information: This EOI letter for a fibre installation/repairs framework 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 the EOI letter of 10am 31/05/24. 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. In-Tend Support: Phone: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Web: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help 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 a floor standing X-ray diffractometer for nuclear materials analysis and general Engineering materials analysis. A key feature of the system will be the ability to carry out grazing incidence, micro-XRD, in situ high temperature and powder diffraction measurements aligned with research needs in the department's Nuclear Engineering group. The system will be installed within a radiation supervised area facility and integrated within the UTGARD suite of laboratories. UTGARD (Uranium/Thorium Beta-Gamma Active Research and Development) laboratory is a BEIS/DECC-funded, NNUF-affiliated national facility, open to external users for studying nuclear process chemistries at levels up to pre-scale-up - especially, but not limited to, all stages of reprocessing including: fuel dissolution; fission product / minor actinide / actinide separations; and oxide product precursor conditioning and precipitation. This new equipment forms a new extension to UTGARD funded as part of the governments Uranium Innovation Centre (UIC) program and will support three new post-doctoral researchers as well as existing research within the Nuclear Science & Technology Group within the School of Engineering. Delivery of the equipment must be before the end of the year, as this equipment is expected to be operational by January 2025. It is anticipated that the effective operational life of the machine will be 10 years. This purchase supports the University's objective to maintain its place as a world class research establishment. This purchase must fit within a project budget of £300,000 incl. VAT. 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, Lancaster University, Bailrigg, LA1 4YW, is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) for Guest Room Cleaning. The requirement is to manage the cleaning services of the 80 bedrooms in the Guest Rooms block 7 days a week, all year round with a supervisor present. The includes the cleaning of communal areas and kitchens, as well as the bedrooms. This also includes planning for times of the year when the Guest Rooms are at full occupancy (June-September), ensuring all bedrooms are clean. Plus, over the vacation periods, the cleaning of any student blocks that are sold externally will require cleaning support.

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

The University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the supply, delivery and installation of wearable eye trackers for measuring eye movements for four participants simultaneously. A key feature of the system will be that they look like everyday glasses as they are to be used in a naturalistic environment. The system will be installed within a naturalistic research space set up like a primary school classroom as part of a bespoke child-centred auditory neuroscience lab and will be integrated with a motion detection system. The naturalistic research space will be delivered and set up by 30th November 2024, and is anticipated to support research needs of Lancaster University academics in the Psychology Department over at least the next four years. 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 tenders for Clerk of Works services for the Management School East Estate Development Project. Lancaster University's Management School (LUMS) have embarked on an ambitious programme to redevelop and expand the existing management school complex of buildings. A first phase of the Management School redevelopment (LUMS01) has been successfully delivered to provide the new built West Pavilion. The second phase of the development (LUMS02) consists of the refurbishment of existing buildings Gillow House, Graduate Management School, Lecture Theatres 5-8, Gillow Quad and Lancaster Leadership Centre. The project also includes an element of new build construction to create a link corridor between the existing buildings and major structural works to create an impressive new entrance off the spine. The West Pavilion, Lancaster Leadership Centre and Lecture Theatres 5 to 8 will remain operational for the full duration of the works. The Clerk of Works is there to assist all the members of the construction team to ensure that the required standards are maintained. Main Works: Start date: July 2024. End date: September 2025. Construction Budget: circa 16.6m.

The University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the supply, delivery and installation of a floor standing X-ray diffractometer for nuclear materials analysis and general Engineering materials analysis. A key feature of the system will be the ability to carry out grazing incidence, micro-XRD, in situ high temperature and powder diffraction measurements aligned with research needs in the department's Nuclear Engineering group. The system will be installed within a radiation supervised area facility and integrated within the UTGARD suite of laboratories. UTGARD (Uranium/Thorium Beta-Gamma Active Research and Development) laboratory is a BEIS/DECC-funded, NNUF-affiliated national facility, open to external users for studying nuclear process chemistries at levels up to pre-scale-up - especially, but not limited to, all stages of reprocessing including: fuel dissolution; fission product / minor actinide / actinide separations; and oxide product precursor conditioning and precipitation. This new equipment forms a new extension to UTGARD funded as part of the governments Uranium Innovation Centre (UIC) program and will support three new post-doctoral researchers as well as existing research within the Nuclear Science & Technology Group within the School of Engineering. Delivery of the equipment must be before March 2025, as this equipment is expected to be operational during that month. It is anticipated that the effective operational life of the machine will be 10 years. This purchase supports the University's objective to maintain its place as a world class research establishment. This purchase must fit within a project budget of £330,000 incl. VAT. The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. 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 NIRS for hyperscanning up to four participants simultaneously. A key feature of the equipment will be that it is mobile as it is to be used in a naturalistic environment. The NIRS equipment must fit children from age 6. The NIRS equipment will be installed within a naturalistic research space set up like a primary school classroom as part of a bespoke child-centred auditory neuroscience lab and will be integrated with eye tracking, motion tracking and language analysis. To apply for this opportunity, please register on In-Tend (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home), download the documents, complete and return through In-Tend.

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. 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

The University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) for a Research Projects costing and pricing system to replace our current system, Unit4´s Research Costing and Pricing (RCP) module. The new system must comply with TRAC guidance. 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 Isothermal Titration Calorimeter (ITC) system. A key feature of the equipment will be the ability to measure biomolecular interactions and accurately determine their affinity, enthalpy, entropy and stoichiometry over a wide range of affinities. The system should provide user-friendly operation and data analysis, and training of the initial users must be included. The ITC will be delivered and set up in laboratory space within the Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences and is anticipated to also support the research needs of the Departments of Chemistry, Engineering and Physics over the next ten years. 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 a dynamic mechanical analyser (DMA). The dynamic mechanical analyser must be able to measure the transient mechanical properties of a wide range of materials, from soft hydrogels to metals, over a range of load modalities, i.e. tension, compression and bending, in several different possible forms, such as fibres, films and bulk materials. It is to operate over a range of frequencies and environmental conditions (both cryogenic and highly elevated temperatures for creep testing). The DMA will be installed in a materials preparation laboratory within the School of Engineering and will be used to support academic research, student training and local industries. The equipment is expected to be installed by the 28th of March 2025. 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 seeking bids from reputable audit companies to deliver External Audit Services from the 2025/26 set of accounts. Further information can be found within the Invitation to Tender. Additional information: Please review the ITT documentation on In-Tend. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes