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University tenders from UK public buyers
University tenders open now: 77. In the 12 months to 22 October 2026, UK public buyers published 7,358 matching notices. The newest recorded award went to Blaze Manufacturing Solutions Ltd on 7 Jul 2026.
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Which university tenders are open now?
77 notices with a deadline still ahead on 22 October 2026, closing soonest first, all matched by text.
University tenders matched by text
Each title, buyer or stated region matches this hub’s rule. That is a word match, not a judgment of what is bought.
- SU172(26) Energy Centre and Union House District Heat Network Connection Works Swansea University · Published 2 Oct 2026Swansea University is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified contractor to deliver works associated with the Energy Centre upgrade and new District Heat Network (DHN) connection to Union House, forming part of Swansea University’s wider decarbonisation programme at Singleton Campus. The project com£5,000,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Fri 23 Oct 2026
- YSJU Accessible Personnel Lift InstallationYork St John University · Published 25 Sep 2026Having recently taken over the lease of Kings Manor (Kings Manor, Exhibition Square, York, YO1 7EP) the University Estates Team are looking to make the building as accessible as possible whilst taking into account the heritage of this listed building. The University is seeking to appoint a suitablyValue not stated in sourceCloses Fri 23 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
- BCU-ITT-64112 - Bryn Beryl and Dolgellau Hospitals X-Ray Room ReplacementsBetsi Cadwaladr University Health Board · Published 25 Sep 2026Provision of enabling works in simultaneous programmes for the replacement of two existing x-ray systems with new along with minor building, mechanical and electrical works. Both x-ray rooms in the respective community hospitals are located on the ground floor reasonably close to the main entrances£269,510Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Fri 23 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
- 3067 DH Lawrence Passenger Lift RefurbishmentNottingham Trent University · Published 2 Oct 2026Design, manufacture, installation and commissioning of the refurbishment of the hydraulic passenger lift located in the DH Lawrence Building, Nottingham Trent University. Revised Programme: - Start on Site - August 2027 Completion on Site - September 2027 For more information about this opportunityValue not stated in sourceCloses Fri 23 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
- Uncrewed Ocean Surface Vehicle (USV)Cardiff University · Published 5 Oct 2026The School of Physical, Chemical and Environmental Sciences (PACES) seeks to procure a modern uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) to support teaching, research and innovation in marine science, hydrographic surveying and marine robotics. The platform will significantly enhance practical field teaching b£100,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Fri 23 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
- AIRWAY MANAGEMENTNHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) · Published 29 Sep 2026To establish an All Wales compliant agreement for Airway Management products including Micro-laryngeal tubes, tracheal tubes, nasopharyngeal airways, oropharyngeal airways, Supraglottic pharyngeal airways, endobronchial tubes, endotracheal tube holders, mini-BAL sampling catheters, colorimetric CO2£2,971,605Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 26 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Backup & Recovery SolutionUniversity of Dundee · Published 21 Sep 2026The University is seeking the provision, implementation, transition and ongoing support of a SaaS Enterprise Backup and Recovery solution. The scope of this procurement includes: - Provision of the backup and recovery platform. - Associated cloud storage services. - Software licensing for protected£317,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 26 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- BCU-ITT-64207 - Bryn Y Neuadd Hospital Extension and Reconfiguration WorksBetsi Cadwaladr University Health Board · Published 23 Sep 2026Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board requires a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the reconfiguration and extension of mental health ward accommodation at Bryn y Neuadd Hospital, Llanfairfechan. The project comprises two concurrent schemes within the Foelas Mental Health£731,936Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 26 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- WBS-ITT-63315-MAINTENANCE, SERVICE AND CALIBRATION OF PIPETTES WITHIN WELSH BLOOD SERVICE TRUSTVelindre University NHS Trust · Published 23 Sep 2026Welsh Blood Services are looking to engage a highly qualified and experienced contractor to deliver comprehensive maintenance and repair services for pipettes within Welsh Blood Service Trust. This includes the inspection, maintenance, repair and calibration of all pipettes used within WBS. Welsh Bl£77,360Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 26 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Laundry Replacement of the PLC ControllingNHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) · Published 30 Sep 2026NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) All-Wales Laundry Service (AWLS), is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the replacement of the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and associated software controlling the Continuous Batch Washer (CBW) at Llans£25,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 26 Oct 2026, 16:00 GMT
- Student Counselling ServicesUlster University · Published 23 Sep 2026Ulster University is seeking tender responses for a contract to procure an external student counselling provider to supplement existing sources of internal wellbeing, mental health, disability and financial support to students through our Student Wellbeing teams across our campuses. Ulster UniverValue not stated in sourceCloses Tue 27 Oct 2026, 15:00 GMT
- High Voltage Maintenance ServicesUlster University · Published 21 Sep 2026The Supplier shall provide to the University routine servicing on each piece of High Voltage (HV) equipment in accordance with the latest version of the British Standards BS6626:2010, IEE Electrical Maintenance document and the Manufacturer’s Maintenance Schedule. The Supplier shall provide the foll£219,616Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Tue 27 Oct 2026, 23:59 GMT
- BCU-ITT-64247 - SBCU Boiler Replacement -YGBetsi Cadwaladr University Health Board · Published 28 Sep 2026Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board requires a suitably qualified and experienced mechanical services contractor to undertake the replacement of the existing boiler plant serving the Maternity and Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) at Ysbyty Gwynedd. The project will include the removal of existing b£200,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Wed 28 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- 3068 Bonington Gallery Vertical Lifting PlatformNottingham Trent University · Published 7 Oct 2026Design, manufacture, installation and commissioning of the replacement vertical lifting platform located in Bonington Gallery all in accordance with the attached Tender documentation. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.coValue not stated in sourceCloses Wed 28 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Survey & Maintenance of Fire Dampers at The University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield · Published 1 Oct 2026The contractor is required to initially visually inspect the buildings using their knowledge and experience, they need to check all external ventilation grilles and ventilation systems that form part of the fire damper overall system, and satisfy themselves as to what might be needed. Prior to an an£100,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Thu 29 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Educational Psychology assessments to identify and diagnose Specific Learning DifficultiesUniversity of Salford · Published 1 Oct 2026This is an Invitation to tender for the provision of Educational Psychology assessments to identify and diagnose Specific Learning Difficulties (including dyslexia) for students in a higher education setting, using an evidence-based approach (which may include observation, standardised testing andValue not stated in sourceCloses Thu 29 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Neurodiversity screening assessments for apprenticesUniversity of Salford · Published 1 Oct 2026This is an Invitation to tender for Neurodiversity screening assessments for apprentices to identify indicators of neurodivergence, including specific learning difficulties and differences in attention, processing and communication, across academic and workplace settings. Assessments should identifValue not stated in sourceCloses Thu 29 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- BU1012024 Security ServicesPrifysgol Bangor / Bangor University · Published 16 Sep 2026Bangor University wishes to employ a security Contractor, who can assist the University in delivering a safe and welcoming environment for its customers and to supplement the existing internal security team. The requirement is in two parts, 1) a daily, SIA licensed security presence in the Unive£325,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Fri 30 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Architectural Consultant ServicesUniversity of Dundee · Published 21 Sep 2026The University Estates and Campus Services Department will have a number of construction projects to advance over the new five years, which will require the selective input of external consultants, including Architectural Services. The scope, standards, and expectations for the provision of Architec£1,000,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Fri 30 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Mechanical and Electrical Design Consultant ServicesUniversity of Dundee · Published 24 Sep 2026The University Estates and Campus Services Department will have several construction and projects to advance over the next five years which will require the selective input of external consultants, including M&E (Mechanical and Electrical) Design Services. The scope, standards, and expectations for£900,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Fri 30 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- The Supply of Sterilisation ProductsUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust · Published 9 Oct 2026This tender opportunity is for the supply of consumables for the Low Temperature Hydrogen Peroxide Gas Sterilisation Equipment£45,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Fri 30 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- RIBA Stage 1 Feasibility Study for William Aston Hall, Wrexham UniversityWrexham University · Published 21 Oct 2026Wrexham University invites quotations from suitably qualified consultants, or consultant teams under a single lead consultant, to undertake a proportionate RIBA Stage 1 Feasibility Study for William Aston Hall on the Plas Coch campus, Wrexham. The Hall is a principal cultural and civic venue, operat£100,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Fri 30 Oct 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Cardiff and Vale Market Stability ReportCardiff and Vale University Health Board · Published 7 Oct 2026Provision of specialist research, engagement and analytical services to undertake a comprehensive Market Stability Assessment and Service Sufficiency Review across health and social care services. The commission will evaluate current and future service capacity, market sustainability, quality and de£50,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 2 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- BCU-ITT-64155 - Mold Dental DecontaminationBetsi Cadwaladr University Health Board · Published 2 Oct 2026Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board requires a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the refurbishment and reconfiguration of the existing Dental Decontamination Room at Mold Community Hospital, Ash Grove, Mold, to support the delivery of compliant dental decontamination ser£35,587Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 2 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Staff and Student Uniforms [2026]University of Salford · Published 2 Oct 2026The University of Salford ("the University") is a leading provider of health and social care education in the North West of England. Provision is delivered through the School of Health Sciences and the School of Health & Society, supporting approximately 3,500 students per annum across a range of he£650,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 2 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- University Locks Summer CleanBirmingham City University · Published 5 Oct 2026University Locks is a 651-bed university-managed hall of residence, which provides self-clean accommodation to Birmingham City University students for 41-51 weeks. In addition, the accommodation is let to summer schools and conferences during July and August. This provides a short window to deep cle£416,600Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 2 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Purchase of In Vivo Optical Imaging SystemUNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER · Published 12 Oct 2026Purchase of a In Vivo Optical Imaging System, see document on intend for full details. Please note purchase is VAT exempt£100,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Mon 2 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- UOW997 - SJC Storage UnitUniversity of Worcester · Published 12 Oct 2026The University is seeking a contractor, to undertake all works in connection with the supply and installation of a new 20x8m storage facility.Value not stated in sourceCloses Mon 2 Nov 2026, 23:59 GMT
- PDSE Patient Record Management SolutionUniversity of Plymouth · Published 20 Oct 2026Procurement of a patient record management solution for Peninsular Dental School CIC ( a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Plymouth) This opportunity is for all elements of the solution including licencing, transition, migration, training and professional services for a 5 + 2 year period£890,000Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Tue 3 Nov 2026, 17:00 GMT
- WBS-FTS-64245 Haematology Testing SystemVelindre University NHS Trust · Published 6 Oct 2026The Welsh Blood Service (WBS) requires an advanced automated haematology analysis system to support blood donor assessment, blood component quality monitoring, research and innovation activities. The proposed solution will be required to provide automated full blood count (FBC) analysis, 5-part whit£409,497Estimated value stated in the noticeCloses Wed 4 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
No stated deadline: 18 tender notices from the last 60 days
These are tender-stage notices whose source gives no deadline and no ended status. They are not counted as open above: check the official record before treating one as live.
- Specialised Cleaning Services FrameworkUNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER · Published 13 Oct 2026Lancaster University is looking to re-tender its Specialised Cleaning Services and aims to establish a framework with up to 3 - 5 suppliers on each lot. The purpose of this Framework Agreement is to ensure the University has a sustainable supply of contractors to meet workload demands and achieves b£2,475,000Estimated value stated in the noticeLive tender · Open
- Principal Contractor — Single-Supplier Framework for Metal Barrel Roof ReplacementUniversity of Bath · Published 12 Oct 2026The University of Bath (“the University”) is inviting tenders for the appointment of a single principal contractor to establish a framework arrangement for the replacement of its metal barrel roofs. The framework will comprise: ●An immediate requirement to replace the roof at the Sports Training VilValue not stated in sourceLive tender · Open
- GP Service for Senior In Front of House Triage (SIFT) ServicesUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust · Published 9 Oct 2026Provision of GP Service for Senior in Front of House Triage Service (SIFT)Value not stated in sourceLive tender · Open
- GP Services for Enhanced Primary Care Services (EhPC)University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust · Published 9 Oct 2026Provision of Enhanced Primary Care Services GP SupportValue not stated in sourceLive tender · Open
- Provision of Internal Audit ServicesArts University Bournemouth · Published 8 Oct 2026Arts University Bournemouth wishes to appoint a suitably qualified and independent provider to deliver a fully outsourced Internal Audit Service. The appointed provider will act as the University's Internal Audit function and provide independent assurance to the Board of Governors and Audit & Risk C£251,667Estimated value stated in the noticeLive tender · Open
- WPL07105UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL SOUTHAMPTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST · Published 8 Oct 2026The service shall deliver a fully managed insourced clinical service for ENT 2WW. The Supplier shall have responsibility for the organisation, management and delivery of the Services, including the provision, supervision and management of all personnel required to deliver the agreed activity outputsValue not stated in sourceLive tender · Open
- Psychosocial Substance MisuseCwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board · Published 1 Oct 2026This corrigendum is to update this section of the notice, correcting the procurement route from competitive to DAP2. This rectifies this section of the notice to refer to the correct procurement process and aligns the other sections of the notice that refers to DAP2.Value not stated in sourceLive tender · Open
- Estates: Service & Maintenance of Water Purification UnitsUniversity of St Andrews · Published 30 Sep 2026The University of St Andrews seeks to appoint a competent contractor to provide planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, compliance support, and consumables management for water purification units across its estate. The systems provide purified water (including de ionised water)Value not stated in sourceLive tender · Open
- Term Contract for the Supply of Affinity Resins to MRC-PPUUniversity of Dundee · Published 28 Sep 2026Supply of Affinity Resins to MRC-PPU, University of DundeeValue not stated in sourceLive tender · Open
- Arboricultural and Landscaping / Horticultural FrameworkUNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER · Published 21 Sep 2026Lancaster University is looking to re-tender its Arboricultural and Landscaping / Horticultural Services, and aims to establish a framework for the following lots: Lot 1: Arboricultural Services Lot 2: Landscape & Horticultural Services Sub Lot 2a: Landscape & Horticultural Services Small Works - E£380,000Estimated value stated in the noticeLive tender · Open
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Which buyers publish the most University notices?
CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST, with 557 notices of 7,358 in the 12 months to 22 October 2026.
Count of notices by the buyer name as published, 7,358 notices in the window, read 22 October 2026.
How many University notices are published each month?
About 611 a month over the last eleven full months; the busiest month was July 2026, with 786.
153Oct
433Nov
435Dec
514Jan
641Feb
773Mar
502Apr
614May
667Jun
786Jul
624Aug
729Sep
487Oct
695 of the 2134 University notices that stated a GBP value in the last 12 months fell in this band (33%). 5 of the open notices listed above are in it.
Counts come from this page’s data. A stated estimate is not the contract value, and frameworks are excluded.
| Stage | Notices |
|---|---|
| Award | 4,895 |
| Contract | 1,441 |
| Tender | 543 |
| Planning | 408 |
| Tender cancellation | 55 |
| Pre-procurement | 15 |
| Pipeline | 1 |
| Stated value | Notices |
|---|---|
| Under £25,000 | 86 |
| £25,000 to £100,000 | 695 |
| £100,000 to £500,000 | 810 |
| £500,000 to £2 million | 323 |
| £2 million or more | 220 |
Who has won University contracts recently?
ALLIANZ ENGINEERING INSPECTION SERVICES LIMITED won 1 of the award notices read for this hub, the most of any supplier.
The newest award
On 7 Jul 2026, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) recorded an award to Blaze Manufacturing Solutions Ltd for “Deck Integrated Fixed Foam Helipad System”.
Read the award notice. Legacy award record; supplier allocation and signed-contract status unverified
What counts as university tenders here?
Notices published by universities and their purchasing consortia. University hospitals named as NHS trusts are included when their name contains the word, so read each notice's buyer.
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Matched by text
The buyer's name contains one of: university. A word match is not a judgment of what is bought, so these are labelled as matches.
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Every notice above links to its page here and to its record on Find a Tender or Contracts Finder. The documents there are the tender; this page is not.Check the dates
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The winners above show who has delivered this kind of contract recently and for which buyers.
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77 notices open now
Listed above, closing soonest first, each linked to its page and the official record.CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST published 557 notices
The most of any buyer here, out of 7,358 in the last 12 months.ALLIANZ ENGINEERING INSPECTION SERVICES LIMITED won 1 award
The most of any supplier in the 200 award and contract notices read for this hub.About 611 notices a month
Published on average over the last 11 full months, from 7,358 in the 12-month window.
Questions about this page
Short answers, with the figures read for this page.
How many university tenders are open now?
77 notices with a stated deadline still ahead on 22 October 2026, all matched by text. Another 18 tender notices from the last 60 days state no deadline and are listed separately. The list is read again every day.
Where are these notices published?
On Find a Tender and Contracts Finder, the UK government's two public notice services. Each notice on this site links to its official record there; read that record and its documents before deciding to bid.
How does a notice get into this hub?
By its title, buyer or stated region matching the hub's rule. Classified notices will be added here when they are published to public pages; a text match is never presented as a classification.
Are EU, Scottish and Welsh portals included?
No. Only Find a Tender and Contracts Finder are read. EU (TED) notices are never added to these UK counts, and notices that appear only on Public Contracts Scotland, Sell2Wales or eTendersNI are not here.
Where else should you look?
Hubs that share buyers or suppliers with this one, and the full tender index.
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- A text match means the notice's title, buyer or stated region fits this hub's rule. It is not a judgment of what is bought.
- Open means a stated deadline still in the future. Tender notices with no stated deadline are listed separately, and only when published in the last 60 days; planning and forecast notices are not counted as open.
- Award records come from the legacy award table, whose newest record is 23 July 2026.
- Winners are read from the newest 200 of 6336 award and contract notices in the window.
- UK notices from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder only. EU (TED) notices are not counted.
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