Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bef-7ef9-7175-9443-05970ff11c53/cost-benchmarking-exercise [Skip to main content](#main-content) closedGBopen procedureSuitable for SMEs # Cost Benchmarking Exercise [Lancaster University](https://tendernation.io/buyers/lancaster-university) Estimated value Not stated Published 22 Dec 2015 Deadline Closed 20 Jan 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](/opportunities/for-small-businesses)## About this tender Tender for a supplier to undertake a cost benchmarking exercise: The University, in conjunction with a number of other similar universities, (current total 7) intends to undertake a joint costing benchmarking exercise and seeks a supplier with a proven track record in this field. The aim of the benchmarking exercise is to provide comparative costs of academic departments and administrative services to each institution. This information can then be used to support strategic decision making and to identify opportunities for improved value for money and efficiency. The initial exercise is to be carried out at a snap shot in time although the capability for extension into a longer programme if required would be welcomed. It should be explained how additional institutions could join the exercise at a later point and at what additional cost. Additional information: The procurement documents are available on the In-Tend e-procurement portal: [in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No [in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/) ## CPV classification Business and management consultancy and related services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice ](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/22a29828-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. [Track tenders free ](/register) [Buyer profileLancaster University: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/lancaster-university)[SectorMore Business services tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/business-services) ## More tenders like this [Employee Screening Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority 16 days left 2 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a145df-100b-70ec-8bcc-3630f263230d/employee-screening)[Invitation to Tender- For the provision of viability evidence and assessment of the West Suffolk Local Plan and the introduction of a CIL charging schedule. West Suffolk Council 30 days left 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14503-5763-721c-b887-6f844f9f4360/invitation-to-tender-for-the-provision-of-viability-evidence-and-assessment-of)[BaDC-1727 Retford Buttermarket Food Hall Operator Opportunity Bassetlaw District Council 41 days left 27 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14503-57cd-73bf-b1f5-a8a4f0713a79/badc-1727-retford-buttermarket-food-hall-operator-opportunity)[Consultancy Services for an Independent Mixed-Use Viability, Market Demand and Development Options Review - Fleetwood Farm, Banks West Lancashire Borough Council 20 days left 6 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14503-59d8-704e-b46c-727e4a0e571e/consultancy-services-for-an-independent-mixed-use-viability-market-demand-and-d)[UEFA EURO 28 Birmingham Host City - Festival Development Birmingham City Council 20 days left 6 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14495-7fd3-7021-b8b4-8cbe13597d01/uefa-euro-28-birmingham-host-city-festival-development)[Evaluation specialist Dartmoor’s Dynamic Landscapes programme (natural environment, landscape heritage, culture) Dartmoor National Park Authority 14 days left 1 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1434c-ece2-7261-8fb5-e68bdb54c1e9/evaluation-specialist-dartmoors-dynamic-landscapes-programme-natural-environme)