UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Ulster University intends to appoint a contractor to deliver the construction works for a new tensile PVC membrane structure ("the Dome"). The proposed development comprises a tensile PVC membrane structure (the Dome) with a gross internal floor area of approximately 15,700m². The scheme will also include wider site works including a car park, civic event space, an amended entrance off Northland Road and associated infrastructure, on behalf of Ulster University. The project is required to be completed in advance of June 2028 and is part funded by the PEACEPLUS Programme (SEUPB). The form of Contract will be NEC4 (New Engineering Contract) Option B Priced Contract with bill of quantities.

Ulster University ("the University") wishes to appoint research auditors to carry out an audit review where required of externally funded research grants in line with the scope outlined in the relevant funder's terms and conditions.

The Contract is for the provision of DLD Teaching and Student Centre Works to Ulster University. The project will involve the construction of a new Teaching and Student Centre (TSC) block at Ulster University’s campus in Derry-Londonderry (DLD) adjacent to the Library at Northland Road BT48 7JL. The new TSC building is to provide additional Lecture and Seminar spaces, Computer Labs and on campus Student Services and will also free up space in other buildings on campus for teaching and research activities. The proposed site is located on Northland Road, adjacent to the existing Library (Block MM) and Teaching Block (Block MU). The building form is predominantly three interconnected blocks, arranged around existing trees and connected via a central circulatory spine. The form of the building is sensitive to the history and setting of the site, and the arrangement of internal spaces focuses on pedestrian connectivity with connection to the existing Library blocks through a high-level link into a repurposed space and visual low-level connection to the existing Teaching block. Required modifications and refurbishment within the existing block(s) to accommodate the connection and associated access to the new building are included within the scope of the TSC project. The building includes a lower ground floor, ground floor, plus 3-storeys at the highest point, all classified under use class F1 (learning and non-residential institutions). The building’s GIA is anticipated to be circa 5200m2 and the TSC is intended to create a three-dimensional landscape, with green spaces, terraces and courtyards integrated into the site. The TSC is due to achieve a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating low-energy systems and climate-resilient materials are proposed throughout, to achieve a low carbon building. PV panels are included on the roofs of the interconnected blocks and green roofs are proposed on terraces. Further details are provided in the planning drawings and supporting documents for the Project, including the Design Access Statements (DAS) can be found here: Northern Ireland Public Register. The planning application reference is PP-14106027. The University is using Design and Construct as the project delivery methodology under the Contract. Document 3 - Scope will be provided with the ITT Documentation on eTenders NI at Stage 2 of the Competition. Anticipated Project Timescales Date Contract award June 2026 Works commence onsite July 2026 Works finished June 2028 Defects and initial aftercare period June 2029 Extended aftercare period June 2031 This tender notice is for the award of a public contract through a competitive flexible procedure in accordance with section 20(1) and (2)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023.

Supply of Sport's Kits and Leisurewear Lot 1: Student and Staff Sport's Kits Lot 2: Gaelic Games Sport's Kits Lot 1 includes: (1) Sports kit for UU Student Sports clubs (funded by UU Students Union) (2) Premium branded leisure wear for UU Sports Clubs and School of Sport & Exercise Science (SOSES) Students (ordered & paid for by students) & Staff (3) Budget range of leisure wear for UU sports clubs (ordered & paid for by students) (4) Clothing for UU Sport staff (funded by UU) Lot 2 includes: (1) Competition kit for UU Gaelic Games teams (2) Leisurewear for UU Gaelic Games clubs The objective is to put a compliant contract in place for an interim period of 3 years with an option to extend for any periods up to and including 24 months. The contract will include: (1) an online shop for students/clubs to order their preferred/personalised clothing (2) an online public shop for merchandise to be purchased (3) the university to be able to order clothing for UU Sport & School of Sport & Exercise Science staff. (4) SOSES students can order the School's clothing (5) Continuity in supply of the products for sports team kit. i.e. garments specifically bid for the sports team kit must be available for the full 3-year contact period. alternatives will not be accepted to allow for uniformity. Further details are contained within the Tender Documents