University of Sunderland · Awarded contract

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Award of Fire Strategy Consultancy Framework to B-First Fire Safety, PartB Group Ltd, and Rider Levett Bucknall UK Limited by University of Sunderland

Awarded 01 Apr 2024

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Awarded01 Apr 2024

Value£500,000.00

SupplierB-First Fire Safety,PartB Group Ltd,Rider Levett Bucknall UK Limited

AgencyUniversity of Sunderland

RegionNorth East

CategoryConsultancy & Legal

Expires in 5mo2y 12mo term, 87% elapsed

Awarded 1 Apr 2024Expires 31 Mar 2027

About

University of Sunderland awarded a contract to B-First Fire Safety, PartB Group Ltd, and Rider Levett Bucknall UK Limited for the establishment of a framework agreement for Fire Strategy Consultancy services.

The framework is valued at approximately £125,000 per annum, with a total estimated value of £500,000, and will run for three years with an option to extend for one additional year.

Three consultants were appointed to the framework.

The University reserved the right to spend an additional 25% of the anticipated spend due to changes in requirements or legislation.

Commissions under the framework may be subject to external funding from bodies such as Arts Council, ERDF, Heritage Lottery Fund, and LEP, with successful suppliers expected to collaborate on funding applications.

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