Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c21-c661-7163-8429-898b69a71da6/gb-leeds-z3395-bespoke-external-furniture-at-edward-boyle-library awarded GB open procedure # GB-Leeds: Z/3395 Bespoke External Furniture at Edward Boyle Library [University of Leeds](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-leeds) Estimated value £44,000 Published 27 Nov 2018 Deadline Closed 2 Nov 2018 ## Who can bid - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. ## About this tender The tender is for the co-ordination, fabrication / supply and installation / assembly of bespoke furniture for a location outside the University of Leeds Edward Boyle Library on the University's main campus. It is proposed that the main contractor co-ordinate preliminary on-site work necessary (e.g. setting support dowels for tables into the ground) and commissioning, delivery and installation of the bespoke benches and tables. Manufacturer of the benches and tables is to be contractor's choice, or they are welcome to undertake this in-house. However, to date the project has been discussed with Factory Furniture due to similarities with items of furniture that are in their standard range and existing furniture at The University. Should alternatives to working with Factory Furniture be proposed, proposals / working method to be included with tender return. Detail design of benches and tables - including but not limited to concrete mix, supports for slats, lifting eyes, dowel to secure table supports, means of drainage, levelling shims - to be agreed with manufacturer and approved by University of Leeds Architectural Technical Officer prior to manufacture. Drawings show a proposal to move a wayfinding point / sign presently on the site. This will be co-ordinated by the University if it goes ahead. If it doesn't, the spacing of the benches and orientation of bench B1 will be adjusted to suit (as shown in the feasibility document) Drawings show a proposal for bespoke planters outside the Edward Boyle Library windows. Details and means of procurement of these are TBC and therefore do not form part of this contract. Some details in the feasibility study have been superseded - where they contradict with other documents it is the other documents which should be referred to. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Read full description ## CPV classification Construction work Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/c843436f-e970-4f14-8701-0c7482b84672) 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](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile University of Leeds: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-leeds) [Sector More Construction work tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/construction-work) ## More tenders like this [Tender for the construction of NEW playpark at riverside walk, dromore · Fermanagh and Omagh District Council · 22 days left · 11 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15a0a-9d8a-726a-b85d-592434703f14/tender-for-the-construction-of-new-playpark-at-riverside-walk-dromore) [The Harlington Refurbishment And Remodelling · Fleet Town Council · 32 days left · 21 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15a0a-9edb-71f1-a0dd-a39cb05f9321/the-harlington-refurbishment-and-remodelling) [Boiler Replacement Scheme · West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority · 59 days left · 18 Dec 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1599c-ca0f-7129-83ab-7f5da966bec5/boiler-replacement-scheme) [Building Repairs & Maintenance Lot 1 Electrical Lot 2 Mechanical · Derbyshire Dales District Council · 40 days left · 29 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15934-2662-73b5-8d63-abd6e1946ccd/building-repairs-maintenance-lot-1-electrical-lot-2-mechanical) [Repairs and Maintenance of Derbyshire Dales District Council Buildings, Lot 1 Electrical, Lot 2 Mechanical · Derbyshire Dales District Council · 41 days left · 30 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1599c-cc30-708e-a64f-c24f3506b98b/repairs-and-maintenance-of-derbyshire-dales-district-council-buildings-lot-1-el) [CA18585 - ITT Repair and replacement works to whole site drainage system · Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust · 39 days left · 27 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1594a-591e-7334-8085-35e92dcd67f8/ca18585-itt-repair-and-replacement-works-to-whole-site-drainage-system)