UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

The University has a requirement to procure a contract for Written Translation Services (English & Welsh) contract, which shall include Written Translation Services English to Welsh and Welsh to English. The minimum contract duration will be for 3-years with a possible additional annual contract extension for a further maximum 2 years subject to the University agreement and satisfactory performance standards by the appointed service provider (s). Currently, the University uses the services of 6 individual Translation Service providers on an informal basis, which equates to best estimate of 600,000 to 1,000,000 words being translated per annum. The scope of services relating to The Provision of Written Translation Services (English & Welsh) contract is as follows: Written Translation Services English to Welsh Written Translation Services Welsh to English Minimum 3-year contract with possible additional annual contract extension for a further maximum 2 years subject to the University agreement and satisfactory performance standards by the appointed service provider Currently, the University uses the services of 6 individual Translation Service providers on an informal basis, which equates on best estimate to 600,000 to 1,000,000 words being translated per annum. The University preference is to contract with ONE Written Translation Service provider going forward. However, the University reserves the right to appoint more than one service provider under this contract in order to ensure sufficient resource capacity and capability. In the event that more than one service provider is appointed, then the Service Provider ranked number 1 in this Tender will be allocated the status of “Preferred Translation Service Provider” and any other appointed service providers will be allocated the status of “Reserve Translation Service Provider”, whom will be allocated work to be undertaken when the “Preferred Translation Service Provider” does not have resource capacity or capability to undertake individual written translation work. The actual spends for Translation Services spend in the last financial year (22/23) was GBP72,000 (exclusive of VAT).

The University is seeking to procure a contract for a Contractor/Developer-led Design & Obtain Planning for New Student Accommodation, Plas Coch Campus, Wrexham (Pre-Construction Services Agreement). Wrexham University are seeking to engage with a contractor/development partner, who will design and secure planning approval for much needed new purpose-built student accommodation on a designated site on the Plas Coch campus. The expected quantum of development is in the region of 322 -beds and associated ancillary facilities, with the capability of being built in more than one phase of development, subject to occupation and demand. NB:The University are NOT looking to award a contract directly with Architectural Practices. The scope of this procurement involves submitting planning application (in the name of Wrexham University) and obtaining Full Planning Approval for new-build student accommodation block at Wrexham University Plas Coch Campus. The approved scheme must be (a) deliverable/implementable, i.e. not the subject of unacceptable planning conditions or financial contributions, e.g. limits on occupation, personal to the applicant, onerous time-completion. (b) satisfy the requirements of University Students, the Client, Institutional Funders and Accommodation Operators and (c) be capable of being built in more than one phase. Following the completion of this procurement, and presuming the University awards a contract (1st Procurement), and once the initial Design and Planning permission has been obtained, there will be a separate future procurement undertaken (2nd Procurement), and a new contract notice published on the Sell2Wales portal for the appointment of a Developer/Contractor Partner to Further Design, Build & Finance the New Student Accommodation with potentially the option to operate the scheme. As the ‘initial design’ and ‘further design and delivery’ procurements will be separate exercises, the successful bidder for the 1st Procurement will be eligible to participate in the 2nd Procurement but there is, of course, no guarantee that any Developer/Contractor appointed pursuant to this 1st Procurement will be successful in the 2nd Procurement. However, for the avoidance of doubt, the successful bidder in the 1st Procurement will not be excluded from submitting a response to the 2nd Procurement. The University has not yet decided on a funding model for the 2nd Procurement and therefore by submitting a response to this 1st Procurement, bidders acknowledge they are being evaluated purely on the quality of their initial design and not in relation to delivery under the University’s chosen funding model. The University will confirm the funding model as part of the 2nd Procurement and the design output from the 1st Procurement will be shared as part of the 2nd Procurement, and worked up as part of the further design and delivery under the 2nd procurement contract awarded. The indicative estimated value for this PCSA stage including obtaining Planning Permission is 500,000 pounds sterling (inclusive of VAT). However, this is an estimated figure and may be lower or higher than the final contract value. Any budget provided as part of this procurement is intended to act as a guide only. The final budget will be allocated to this Contract as funded by the University and the Wrexham Gateway respectively. The disclosure of any guide budget is to provide bidders with an indication of the budget available. However, the University expects any Tenders to demonstrate value for money and where possible reduce this figure. The scope of the procurement intends to cover the requirements set out in this notice and the accompanying procurement documents, so this figure should be viewed as a guide rather than the final value.

Wrexham University is looking to create an immersive space that will be used for a wide range of activities from training scenarios for our students and industry partners through to development of immersive training content and supporting technologies. We are looking to install an Immersive four wall and floor projection solution space using 2D projectors to be installed into a new building at the university. As a guide, the expected users of the immersive space will be: University Students Academic Researchers NHS Professionals and Trainees Industry Partners Schools and Colleges Professional Training Organisations Interdisciplinary Project Teams Community Outreach Initiatives University subsidiary limited companies – Glyndwr Innovation Ltd. (GIL), North Wales Science Ltd. (NWS) Commercial partners who the University will have Commercial Partnership contracts which may deliver revenue generation. The Immersive space will be housed in part of a new building on Wrexham University’s Plas Coch campus. This building is due to be completed during December 2025 therefore whilst the procurement of the immersive suite technology will take place during 2024 the full installation of Immersive Suite would not be scheduled until late 2025. It is expected that the Immersive Space supplier will work with the construction contractor throughout 2025 to ensure successful completion of the overall project. The solution needs to be able to run scenarios and content from a number of different applications. A full list is provided in Appendix 1F, which should be completed in full. The following are viewed as mandatory, and full compatibility integration need to be in place before 5th December 2025. The solution needs to allow the university to show their own pre-recorded and live streamed 360 material. The solution needs to be able to show material created using Insta360 products (specifically using the Insta360 Titan camera system) The solution needs to be able to show material created using Insta360 products (specifically using the Insta360 X4 camera system) The solution needs to be able to show material created using YouTube 360. The solution needs to be able to run scenarios from Google Earth The solution needs to be able to run scenarios from Google Street View The solution needs to be able to run scenarios from Matterport The solution needs to be able to run scenarios from Sketchup The solution needs to be able to run scenarios from Unity The solution needs to be able to run scenarios from Unreal Engine The solution needs to be able to run scenarios from Virtus Tech DigiSim (Wales Virtual Hospital) The solution needs to be able to run scenarios from VRPatients

The University is seeking to procure a contract for The Provision of All Wales Manual Handling and Violence and Aggression Training. The scope of services includes: All Wales Manual Handling Passport Scheme Training for all 1st Year Nursing and Allied Health Students All Wales Manual Handling Passport Scheme Refresher Training for all 3rd Year Nursing and Allied Health Students Optional – to provide FIT (Faecal Immunochemical Test) Testing training for first- and third-year students. The University has a requirement to procure a contract for All Wales Manual Handling and Violence and Aggression training and the All-Wales Manual Handling and Violence and Aggression refresher. The minimum contract duration will be for 3-years with a possible additional annual contract extension for a further maximum 2 years subject to the University agreement and satisfactory performance standards by the appointed service provider (s). The Contract Notice has been advertised on the Sell2Wales Portal & Central Digital Platform via the Find a Tender Service website and the process is being conducted under the Open Procedure of the Procurement Act 2023 Regulations. The University preference is to contract with ONE Training provider going forward. However, the University reserves the right to appoint more than one service provider under this contract in order to ensure sufficient resource capacity and capability. In the event that more than one service provider is appointed, then the Service Provider ranked number 1 in this Tender will be allocated the status of “Preferred Training Service Provider” and any other appointed service providers will be allocated the status of “Reserve Training Service Provider”, whom will be allocated work to be undertaken when the “Preferred Training Service Provider” does not have resource capacity or capability to undertake individual written training work.

The University is inviting tenders for the supply and delivery of a Sintering Room as part of the Society 5.0 project. This procurement will follow the Open Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, in line with the University’s and Ambition North Wales’s procurement strategies. Wrexham University has a requirement to procure a contract for the supply and delivery of a Sintering Room (Building and Extraction, M&E). The scope of services covers: • Supply of full mechanical and environmental infrastructure to support laser sintering, including extraction, ventilation, compressed air, electrical, and heat management systems. • Delivery and full installation into Wrexham University’s Faculty of Arts, Computing and Engineering. • Commissioning and qualification of the infrastructure to ensure readiness for high-temperature additive manufacturing equipment. • Provision of technical documentation in hard copy and electronic formats. • On-site training for up to 3 staff covering system operation, health & safety compliance, and basic troubleshooting. • Minimum 1-year full warranty including parts, labour, and technical support, with options for extended warranty and maintenance agreements. • Equipment to be delivered and invoiced prior to 31st March 2026.

The University is inviting tenders for the supply and delivery of a Laser Sintering Machine as part of the Society 5.0 project. This procurement will follow the Open Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, in line with the University’s and Ambition North Wales’s procurement strategies. The scope of services relating to The supply and delivery of a Laser Sintering Machine contract is as follows: · Supply of a polymer powder-bed laser sintering machine with CO₂ laser, accessories, integrated software, and post-processing tools. · Delivery and full installation into Wrexham University’s Faculty of Arts, Computing and Engineering. · Commissioning and calibration of the system on-site, with operator handover. · Provision of technical documentation in hard copy and electronic formats. · On-site training for up to 3 staff covering operation, health & safety, and troubleshooting. · Minimum 1-year full warranty including parts, labour, and technical support, with options for extended warranty and maintenance agreements. · Equipment to be delivered, commissioned, and invoiced prior to 31st March 2026.

Xplore! has recently been awarded Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF)-Transition Fund capital and revenue awards. Xplore! is therefore now looking to create an immersive fixed-dome planetarium with associated AV equipment and appropriate software licenses for high quality STEAM content delivery to a minimum capacity of 30 visitors in each viewing. The planetarium will be the only fixed-dome planetarium in north-east Wales, providing a unique attraction for Wrexham. It aligns with the Wellbeing of Future Generations Act by ensuring future prosperity of Xplore!, its employees, and a cohesive community by contributing positively to STEAM capital for the people of Wrexham. In this way it will provide a platform for Xplore! to develop the personal interest of participants and connect them to the local space industries and potential careers. We have the full support of John Whalley CEO of Space Wales and Rachael Blackburn of Aerospace Wales, with our engagement activities aligning with the needs of the local space sector and associated supply-chain. Our activities will also compliment the activities of Jeremy Howitt at Snowdonia Aerospace, providing a strong link between North West Wales and North East Wales schools, who in time will have access to space-related activities through both organisations. The planetarium will be situated on the first floor of Xplore’s city centre building, which is not currently accessible to all. The project will therefore also enable the installation of a platform lift, as well as refurbishing the stairwell, and re-locating the staff offices from the ground floor to the first-floor space. The planetarium is expected to be fully operational by March 2026. It is expected that the planetarium supplier will work with the construction contractor through 2025 and early 2026 to ensure successful completion of the overall project.

At Xplore! Science Discovery Centre, we are embarking on a bold redevelopment programme—Xplore! 2.0—to transform our facility into a dynamic hub for science, technology, engineering, the arts, and maths (STEAM) education. Through a phased approach, supported by the Shared Prosperity Fund and the Moondance Foundation, we will deliver new facilities that broaden access, raise aspirations, and strengthen the skills pipeline in Wales. Phase 1 will establish the only fixed-dome planetarium in north-east Wales, alongside essential accessibility upgrades. Phase 2 will create LaunchPADLansio, a dedicated early years STEAM space, together with a redesigned café and kitchen to support families. Collectively, these developments will provide a step-change in our capacity to deliver impactful, inclusive, and future-focused STEAM learning experiences for our community and beyond. Phase 1: Planetarium and Accessibility Upgrades. Tender-focus: Planetarium room build, office relocation, stairwell refurbishment and lift installation Phase 1, funded by the Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF) Transition Fund, will deliver a fixed-dome planetarium equipped with advanced AV technology and licensed software to provide high-quality STEAM experiences for groups of up to 30 visitors per session. Supply and installation of the planetarium are part of a separate tender package. To ensure full accessibility, Phase 1 also includes the installation of a platform lift, stairwell refurbishment, and relocation of staff offices to the first floor. The planetarium is expected to be fully operational by March 2026, with coordinated delivery between contractors and planetarium suppliers. Phase 2 – Early Years STEAM and Café Redevelopment. Tender-focus: LaunchPADLansio room build, kitchen installation and café redesign and installation Phase 2, funded by the Moondance Foundation, will establish LaunchPADLansio, a 212m² immersive STEAM exhibition space designed specifically for under 5s. The space will spark curiosity, foster imagination, and support early cognitive, communication, and social development. It is underpinned by the Wales Early Years Framework and Curriculum for Wales (Progression Step 1), with a focus on learning through play. This phase also includes a kitchen upgrade and café redesign, creating a welcoming hub for families. Interactive elements such as planet domes and space-themed exhibits in the café will extend the learning experience in informal settings, connecting families to STEAM themes beyond the gallery.

Xplore! has recently been awarded a Moondance Foundation BIG Donation capital and revenue award. Xplore! is therefore now looking to create a new immersive exhibition, LaunchPADLansio, to cater specifically for our under 5s audience. LaunchPAD (Play & Discovery) / PADLansio (Potsio a Darganfod) will flip the script on early years learning. We are creating an immersive STEAM exhibition space at Xplore! designed exclusively for under 5s that sparks curiosity, ignites imagination and fuels vital cognitive, communication, and social skills. Our BIG Idea? Put the child front and centre. Rooted in the Wales Early Years Framework and Curriculum for Wales (Progression Step 1), the space champions learning through play, because play isn’t just fun, it’s fundamental. LaunchPADLansio will be situated on the ground floor of Xplore’s city centre building and will sit alongside a revamped café and catering-grade kitchen. This has been tendered separately and is outside the scope of this tender. The minimum contract duration will be until the end of the project 16/10/26. The scope of services relating to the design, fabrication and installation of the LaunchPADLansio under 5s exhibition contract is as follows but not limited to: · Design development of initial concept design · Production of final specification of individual exhibits through value engineering · Production of technical designs of exhibition elements and interactives · Fabrication and installation on site

The purpose of this ITT is to select a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier to undertake the delivery of the Air Conditioning Maintenance across the University estate, including reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance (“PPM”), together with associated statutory inspections and performance management. This ITT is issued via the Sell2Wales portal. The University reserves the right not to award any contract as a result of this process. The Contract is intended to cover: a) PPM services to air conditioning, mechanical ventilation and associated control systems in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations, SFG20 (or equivalent standard) and applicable legislation (see Appendix 1 and Appendix 2). b) Reactive and remedial maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification of air conditioning and mechanical ventilation plant. c) Statutory inspections, certification and record keeping d) Performance reporting against Key Performance Indicators (“KPIs”) (Appendix 3/Appendix 2 as applicable).

The purpose of this ITT is to select a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier to undertake the delivery of the Air Conditioning Maintenance across the University estate, including reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance (“PPM”), together with associated statutory inspections and performance management. This ITT is issued via the Sell2Wales portal. The University reserves the right not to award any contract as a result of this process. The Contract is intended to cover: a) PPM services to air conditioning, mechanical ventilation and associated control systems in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations, SFG20 (or equivalent standard) and applicable legislation (see Appendix 1 and Appendix 2). b) Reactive and remedial maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification of air conditioning and mechanical ventilation plant. c) Statutory inspections, certification and record keeping d) Performance reporting against Key Performance Indicators (“KPIs”) (Appendix 3/Appendix 2 as applicable).

The purpose of this ITT is to select a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier to undertake the delivery of the Fully Comprehensive Lift equipment Maintenance across the University estate, including reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance (“PPM”), together with associated statutory inspections and performance management. This ITT is issued via the Sell2Wales portal. https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales. The University reserves the right not to award any contract as a result of this process. This service specification sets out the standards expected for the delivery of the Fully Comprehensive Lift Maintenance Service at Wrexham University. a) PPM services to passenger and goods lifts, hoists and associated equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations, SFG20 (or equivalent standard) and applicable legislation (see Appendix 1 and Appendix 2). b) Reactive and remedial maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification of lift installations and control systems. c) Statutory inspections, certification and record keeping d) Performance reporting against Key Performance Indicators (“KPIs”) (Appendix 3/Appendix 2 as applicable).

The purpose of this ITT is to select a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier to undertake the delivery of the Heating Plant Maintenance across the University estate, including reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance (“PPM”), together with associated statutory inspections and performance management. This ITT is issued via the Sell2Wales portal. The University reserves the right not to award any contract as a result of this process. The Contract is intended to cover: a) PPM services to boilers and pressurisation units in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations, SFG20 or equivalent stand, and applicable legislation (see Appendix 1 and Appendix 2). b) Reactive and remedial maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification of heating plant. c) Statutory inspections, certification and record keeping d) Performance reporting against Key Performance Indicators (“KPIs”) (Appendix 3/Appendix 2 as applicable).