Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13d1a-3e5a-702e-a351-a162b420960e/construction-consultancy-services-framework-2026 pending GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # Construction Consultancy Services Framework 2026 [University of Manchester](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-manchester) Estimated value £1 Published 7 May 2026 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The University of Manchester is providing advance notice of its intention to procure a Construction Consultancy Services Framework to support the delivery of its estates, infrastructure, and capital projects. The Framework will be structured across multiple Lots, including: • Lot 5: Building Surveying Services / Building Surveying and Project Management Services • Lot 6: Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services • Lot 7: Structural and Civil Engineering Services • Lot 8: Project Health and Safety / CDM Advisor Services The Framework is intended to provide access to appropriately qualified consultants across a range of disciplines, enabling the University to procure services for projects of varying scale, value, and complexity. In addition to core services, the Framework will allow for the provision of supplementary and specialist services to support integrated delivery. Information relating to: • the proposed Framework structure and scope • supplementary services • indicative procurement timetable • proposed Framework duration • estimated spend and anticipated project volumes by Lot • evaluation criteria for Framework submissions; is set out within the attached draft 'Instructions and Guidance' and 'Project Summary' documents. Please note: • All dates are indicative, and the tender may be released earlier or later than currently anticipated. • All information is provided in draft form and remains subject to change. Interested organisations should ensure they are registered on the University's In tend portal to access the tender documentation when it is published ([in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Registration)). Any queries or expressions of interest at this stage may be directed to the named University contacts: ### David Sims - Framework Manager - david.sims@manchester.ac.uk Charlotte Hardman - Senior Category Manager - Read full description ## CPV classification Consultative engineering and construction services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/498fa250-51d9-420d-a94c-987e992f2f4b) 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 Manchester: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-manchester) [Sector More Architecture, engineering & surveying tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/architecture-engineering-surveying) ## More tenders like this [Vacuum Pump Tritium Testing · UK Atomic Energy Authority · 29 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1464c-dd0c-72ed-b7bd-bac1e52155ab/vacuum-pump-tritium-testing) [Mechanical and Electrical Consultant Tender · University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust · 36 days left · 23 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a145df-0fba-7085-98fc-1c9389531130/mechanical-and-electrical-consultant-tender) [Asbestos Surveys · Northamptonshire Partnership Homes · 26 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14571-3963-732e-a081-bef649a3206b/asbestos-surveys) [Design Lead for Christchurch Learning Centre School Satellite · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council · 30 days left · 17 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14503-59e7-72ad-900a-82eaae1a3048/design-lead-for-christchurch-learning-centre-school-satellite) [Penistone Station - Independent Assessor · Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council · 25 days left · 12 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a14495-7973-71c1-9c37-1ba8178069cf/penistone-station-independent-assessor) [CA18575 - RFQ 2026/42 - Conservation Engineer for St Paul's Church The Crag Cemetery Rostrevor · Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) · 26 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a144b0-e0b5-70b1-a4eb-e5b6dc8d3bbe/ca18575-rfq-202642-conservation-engineer-for-st-pauls-church-the-crag-ceme)