Scope
Description
The UEA is seeking consultancy offering a series of institutional workshops and seminars plus a wider in-depth analysis of up to 10 subject areas.
The contract will deliver:
- A programme of institutional workshops and seminars designed to build internal understanding of ranking methodologies and performance drivers.
- Detailed benchmarking analysis, including in-depth review of up to ten subject areas, to inform targeted improvement planning.
- Access to non-public comparative insights and analytical tools to support evidence-based strategic decision-making.
In addition 5-year subscription to the QS Stars rating system.
Contract 1. Consultancy services on HE ranking
Supplier
Contract value
- £231,630 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
26 February 2026
Standstill period
- End: 9 March 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
13 March 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 23 March 2026 to 23 March 2027
- 1 year, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
Contract locations
- UKH15 - Norwich and East Norfolk
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Supplier
QS QUACQUARELLI SYMONDS LIMITED
- Companies House: 02563879
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYJD-2139-HPHM
1 Tranley Mews
London
NW3 2DG
United Kingdom
Email: salesoperations@qs.com
Website: http://qs.com
Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Consultancy services on HE ranking
Contracting authority
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
- Companies House: RC000651
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCCY-8551-ZNDY
Norwich Research Park
Norwich
NR4 7TJ
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@uea.ac.uk
Website: http://uea.ac.uk
Region: UKH15 - Norwich and East Norfolk
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government