Closing soon3 days left · closes 2pm, Monday 16 November 2026

YSJU WC Refurbishment

In brief

York St John University is looking for suppliers for construction and building maintenance work (Yorkshire and the Humber).

The estimated value is £175,000 including VAT.

The contract runs for 3 months, starting 11 January 2027.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Bids close at 2pm, Monday 16 November 2026.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

Can I win this?

Key dates

Questions by: midday, Wednesday 11 November 2026
Bids by: 2pm, Monday 16 November 2026

How bids are scored

Criterion 1Resourcing – Programme and Methodology 20% · Capability and Relevant Experience 20% · Quality and Technical Submission 10% · Social Value, Environmental and Sustainability 10% · Pricing and overall value for money 40%

Quality matters most. You can win without being the cheapest.

Competition

Usually high: a median of 6 bids per contract for this buyer (from 10 awards in the last 12 months).

What the notice says

The University is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified contractor to undertake the refurbishment and modernisation of toilet facilities located across three floors of the library building. The project forms part of the University's wider estate improvement programme, which aims to enhance the quality, accessibility and sustainability of facilities available to students, staff and visitors. The library is a key academic resource with high daily footfall throughout the year. The existing WC facilities require upgrading to improve their appearance, functionality, accessibility and compliance with current standards. The refurbishment works will provide modern, welcoming and inclusive facilities that reflect the University's commitment to delivering an excellent user experience across its estate. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-York:-Public-conveniences./M8DWFT9336 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/M8DWFT9336

Should I bid?

Tick what applies to you. Nothing is saved.

Can you prepare a good bid in 3 days?That is tight, especially for a first bid with this buyer.
Is a contract of about £175,000 a size you can deliver?Buyers often check that your turnover is comfortably larger than the yearly contract value.
Can you deliver in Yorkshire and the Humber?Check the delivery locations in the tender documents.
Are you registered on the Central Digital Platform?You need to be registered to take part under the Procurement Act 2023.
The buyer says this suits small businesses.A good sign if you are an SME, but check the requirements.

How to bid

Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
Submit your bid through the buyer's e-tendering portal: neupc.delta-esourcing.com.
Send clarification questions before midday, Wednesday 11 November 2026.
Make sure your bid arrives before 2pm, Monday 16 November 2026. Late bids are usually rejected.

Timeline

15 October 2026Tender notice · UK4, notice 097641-2026

About the buyer

York St John UniversityLast 12 months

Procurements

Awards

Suppliers it has used most for construction

Geoffrey Robinson Limited1 contract
Stoic Roofing and Construction1 contract
Stoic roofing1 contract
The Together Group Construction Ltd1 contract

All tenders and awards from York St John University

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From notice 097641-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 15 October 2026. We last checked for changes on 15 October 2026.