UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

NOTE: This notice was updated on 26 May 2022 for the following reason: Extension to deadline(The contract is for the supply, installation and training of three high temperature furnaces for materials calcination and sintering. The Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre (NZIIC) is receiving up to £13.5m of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. Established by the European Union, the European Regional Development Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support innovation, businesses, create jobs and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding. The NZIIC development at TEESAMP (the advanced manufacturing park) located in Middlesbrough will provide a vehicle to grow research and innovation capacity underpinned by PhD programmes and academic provision for clean energy, low carbon and hydrogen technologies. NZIIC infrastructure will provide facilities to develop high quality research and innovative solutions to industry challenges in collaboration with industrial partners and local industry. NZIIC aims to become a hub for academia and industry to facilitate and help resource focused strategic investment in technical, industrial research and leadership capability to establish TU as a significant player in the UK's Net Zero.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

NOTE: This notice was updated on 18 July 2022 for the following reason: Deadline to closing date(Teesside University requires a Contractor for the Cook Building Spray Booth Facility.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

NOTE: This notice was updated on 08 August 2022 for the following reason: change of closing date from 11/8/22 5pm to 25/8/22 5pm(The Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre (NZIIC) is receiving up to £13.5m of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. Established by the European Union, the European Regional Development Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support innovation, businesses, create jobs and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding. The contract is for an Energy Monitoring and Management System (including hardware and software). The system must provide for a minimum of ten energy monitoring points and a central display and control facility.)

NOTE: This notice was updated on 24 August 2022 for the following reason: Given the confusion over the number of SME's we've extended the closing date by 1 week.(This is ERDF funded. We require a business organisation with the relevant skills, expertise and experience to support the Grow Tees Valley project through the delivery of a support programme which will support Tees Valley SMEs with strategic growth aspirations. It is anticipated that the programme will be delivered to a cohort of 10 SMEs with aspirations to develop new and improved products and/or services. The delivery start date is negotiable but the programme must be completed no later than 31 March 2023.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

NOTE: This notice was updated on 22 November 2022 for the following reason: Closing date changed to Delta System update(DigitalCity wish to appoint a consultant to help target and identify companies who have a physical base in the Tees Valley as well as an e-commerce solution or platform that enables them to sell nationally/internationally. An initial health check will be carried out by the Consultant to highlight any challenges and needs within the business. DigitalCity is receiving £1,927,804 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

NOTE: This notice was updated on 10 November 2022 for the following reason: suitbale for SME changed from no to yes(The Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre project is receiving up to £6.3m of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) is the Managing Authority for European Regional Development Fund. The Clerk of Works is required to act as an inspector for the Client (Teesside University) and Employer's Agent to ensure that works are carried out in accordance with the Building Contract.)

NOTE: This notice was updated on 24 February 2023 for the following reason: contract value amended(The Teesside University College Partnership (TUCP) is an established network-based model of FE/HE partnership centred in the Tees Valley. Teesside University works in partnership with Darlington College, Hartlepool College of Further Education and the Education Training Collective (ETC), which includes Redcar & Cleveland College, Stockton Riverside College and Bede Sixth Form College. To support the future strategic direction and operational enhancement of the TUCP, Teesside University is seeking a piece of specialist consultancy to review current practice and future opportunities for FE/HE partnerships which: i.is based upon desk-based research relating to the governance, operation and success of University/college partnerships across the UK HE sector ii.incorporates areas of emerging educational and skills policy directly related to future opportunities for such partnerships iii.aligns with the nature and context of the TUCP, including the wider economic context of the Tees Valley iv.identifies potential areas for enhancement and development relating to the scope of current TUCP activities v.draws upon future skills needs of priority sector areas, as appropriate) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

NOTE: This notice was updated on 24 February 2023 for the following reason: update on contract value(The Teesside University College Partnership (TUCP) is an established network-based model of FE/HE partnership centred in the Tees Valley. Teesside University works in partnership with Darlington College, Hartlepool College of Further Education and the Education Training Collective (ETC), which includes Redcar & Cleveland College, Stockton Riverside College and Bede Sixth Form College. To support the future strategic direction and operational enhancement of the TUCP, Teesside University is seeking a piece of specialist consultancy to undertake an extensive stakeholder engagement exercise which: i.is based upon interviews and focus groups with key staff within the University and partner colleges ii.identifies areas for operational enhancement and/or development iii.analyses current understanding of, and future aspirations for, the strategic direction of the TUCP iv.highlights potential opportunities for growth in student numbers and associated income streams v.outlines a proposed set of key milestones for the development and growth of the TUCP vi. confirms the alignment of the TUCP with the strategic ambitions of each partner) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

NOTE: This notice was updated on 27 March 2023 for the following reason: Deadline for expressions of interest and the close of the tender period is now 11/4/23 at 5pm(The contract is for the supply, installation, commissioning and training of a Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer (FT-IR). The order is to be delivered in full to a site (delivery address to be confirm upon contract award) based in Middlesbrough before June 2023. Installation and commissioning will take place in May/June at the Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre (NZIIC) located in the TEESAMP industrial state, Middlesbrough. Dates and addresses for delivery, installation and commissioning will be agreed upon contract award. The Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre (NZIIC) is receiving up to £13.5m of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. Established by the European Union, the European Regional Development Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support innovation, businesses, create jobs and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding. The NZIIC development at TEESAMP (the advanced manufacturing park) located in Middlesbrough will provide a vehicle to grow research and innovation capacity underpinned by PhD programmes and academic provision for clean energy, low carbon and hydrogen technologies. NZIIC infrastructure will provide facilities to develop high quality research and innovative solutions to industry challenges in collaboration with industrial partners and local industry. NZIIC aims to become a hub for academia and industry to facilitate and help resource focused strategic investment in technical, industrial research and leadership capability to establish TU as a significant player in the UK's Net Zero.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

NOTE: This notice was updated on 23 June 2023 for the following reason: title and description amended(Woodlands Halls 1 - 7 En-Suite Ceiling Cladding. Works are to be undertaken between the following dates: 1st August 2023 - 8th September 2023) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

NOTE: This notice was updated on 30 July 2024 for the following reason: suitable for SME's(Teesside University aims for BREEAM Outstanding on all its new buildings and encourages continuous learning. Therefore, the consultant is requested to provide a quotation to carryout separate Post Occupancy Evaluation on the following four capital building projects, three of which have been recently completed and the fourth due to be complete next year.)