- Lot LOT-0001. Lot 2 - Project Management
- Lot LOT-0002. Lot 1 - Lead Contractor
- Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3 - Quantity Surveyor
- Lot LOT-0004. Lot 4 - Structural Engineering Services
- Lot LOT-0005. Lot 5 - MEP
- Lot LOT-0006. Lot 6 - Planning Consultant Services
- Lot LOT-0007. Lot 7 - Architectural Design Services
- Lot LOT-0008. Lot 8 - Fire Safety Advisor
Scope
Reference
EFM5099 LU
Description
To instigate a Framework of supply for the HE and wider public sector for sustainable Estates Professional Services. The procurement process is set to establish a Framework of 8 Lots. Each Lot will consist of a maximum of 8 suppliers who can demonstrate a robust approach to the services required. The Services will be availble for UKUPC members. Evidence and demonstratable experience will need to be shown to achive a place on the Framework as per the award criteria in the documentation.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £50,000,000 excluding VAT
- £60,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 5 January 2026 to 4 January 2028
- Possible extension to 4 January 2029
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
One year extension availible based on service levels.
Main procurement category
Services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 2 - Project Management
Description
To appoint a Project Manager to oversee and deliver estates construction projects ensuring successful completion of said projects within scope, time, and budget.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,250,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 71541000 - Construction project management services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 1 - Lead Contractor
Description
To appoint a Lead Contractor to provide comprehensive estates/construction professional services, ensuring efficient management of the required services.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,250,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3 - Quantity Surveyor
Description
To appoint a Quantity Surveyor to provide expert cost management and financial advice for estates projects, ensuring value for money and financial efficiency.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,250,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 71324000 - Quantity surveying services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0004. Lot 4 - Structural Engineering Services
Description
To appoint Structural Engineering Services to provide expert analysis, design, and oversight for structural aspects of estates projects, ensuring safety, stability, and compliance.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,250,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0005. Lot 5 - MEP
Description
To appoint MEP Engineering Services to provide comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services, ensuring efficient and sustainable building operations.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,250,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0006. Lot 6 - Planning Consultant Services
Description
To appoint Planning Consultant Services to provide expert advice and support for the planning and development of estates projects, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,250,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0007. Lot 7 - Architectural Design Services
Description
To appoint Architectural Design Services to provide innovative and sustainable architectural services, ensuring the aesthetic, sustainable and functional excellence of projects.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,250,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 71220000 - Architectural design services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0008. Lot 8 - Fire Safety Advisor
Description
Provide competent advice and assurance to the Member and its duty holders on compliance with UK fire safety law; lead/oversee suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment and the implementation, monitoring, and continual improvement of fire precautions; coordinate with enforcing authorities and, where applicable, with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) Accountable Persons.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,250,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
This Framework offers a call off mechanism to Members to run competitions for the services listed in the documentation.
Award method when using the framework
With competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC): http://www.supc.ac.uk/engage/our-members/our-members; North East Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC): http://www.neupc.ac.uk/our-members; North West Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC): http://www.nwupc.ac.uk/our-members; London Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC): http://www.lupc.ac.uk/list-of-members.html; Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC): http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/#!/members; Higher Education Purchasing Consortium Wales (HEPCW): http://www.hepcw.ac.uk/; and The Energy Consortium (TEC): https://www.tec.ac.uk/
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 2 - Project Management
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 1 - Lead Contractor
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3 - Quantity Surveyor
Lot LOT-0004. Lot 4 - Structural Engineering Services
Lot LOT-0005. Lot 5 - MEP
Lot LOT-0006. Lot 6 - Planning Consultant Services
Lot LOT-0007. Lot 7 - Architectural Design Services
Lot LOT-0008. Lot 8 - Fire Safety Advisor
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
22 September 2025, 2:00pm
Submission type
Tenders
Tender submission deadline
14 November 2025, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
1 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Price | 30% |
Other information
Payment terms
Standard payment terms as defined in the Tender documentation.
Description of risks to contract performance
Full details of contract performance are included in the Tender documentation. Please refer to these for information.
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
This is a two stage process of application for Estates Professional Services. The first stage will be a completion of the PSQ which will be reviewed and suppliers will then be taken through the the second stage of Invitation to Participate. The buyer reserves the right for additional purchases, described here, from the contractor: Individual Lot values are indicative only and provided for estimation purposes. Actual value will depend on Customers' purchasing patterns and their decisions when calling off services. For the purposes of monitoring spend over the life of the framework agreement, the total framework value will be used to assess whether the overall spend threshold is being approached or exceeded throughout its term.
Contracting authority
London Universities Purchasing Consortium
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNVT-3763-LBZD
5th Floor, Pinnacle House, 23-26 St Dunstan's Hil
London
EC3R 8HN
United Kingdom
Contact name: Justin Mc Loughlin
Telephone: +44 2073077623
Email: J.McLoughlin@lupc.ac.uk
Website: https://www.lupc.ac.uk
Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)