Scope
Reference
UOE_2025_035_EW
Description
The University of Exeter is seeking to establish a multi-lot furniture framework to support the supply and installation of ongoing development, refurbishment, and operational needs of its academic, residential, and professional services estate.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £20,000,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 20 April 2026 to 19 April 2029
- Possible extension to 19 April 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
The Contract may be extended beyond the Initial Term on a maximum of two occasions, for a period of up to 1 (one) year on each occasion.
Main procurement category
Goods
Additional procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 39100000 - Furniture
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Call-off contracts will be awarded by: • Direct award (ranked method) Direct awards will be made based on ranked position. This means that the supplier ranked first will be offered the opportunity first. Framework users reserve the right to award to the next ranked supplier where there is a valid business justification for doing so. The agreement user will undertake a capability assessment of suppliers, including but not limited to: capacity to deliver the works, lead-in times, proposed methodology and approach, specific service requirements, key milestones, performance indicators, product continuity, and any actual or potential conflicts of interest. This assessment will ensure the supplier is able to deliver the contract within the user’s operational constraints. A contract award will only be made once the agreement user has discussed requirements with the supplier and both parties have confirmed alignment with the specification, specific requirements, and the supplier’s capacity to deliver.
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
FX Plus
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
18 March 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
25 March 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
7 April 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 19 April 2030
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical | Quality | 60% |
| Commercial | Price | 40% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
University of Exeter
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZYG-2396-XCRZ
Northcote House
Exeter
EX4 4QH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Emily Wadge
Telephone: +44 139211111
Email: e.wadge@exeter.ac.uk
Website: https://www.exeter.ac.uk
Region: UKK43 - Devon CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government