Top suppliers
Top suppliers to Loughborough University
Top-five suppliers hold 91% of contract value — a concentrated market.
Procurement categories
What Loughborough University buys
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) breakdown of contracts awarded over the reporting period.
45210000905100004844000018220000425100004881000072210000504100003863000090520000906400005061000044310000716300003843000038340000907100004299000038540000Recent contracts
Latest Loughborough University contracts awarded
The most recently published award notices on Find a Tender and Contracts Finder.
The Provision of Ecology Services
Greengage Environmental Ltd · 2026-07-15
The Provision of Ecology Services
Greengage Environmental Ltd · 2026-06-22
Loughborough University Wind Tunnel Equipment
LAVISIONUK Limited · 2026-04-30
LU01020 - Object Aware PTV
LAVISIONUK Limited · 2026-02-20
The Provision of an Estates Consultancy Framework - Lot 1 Cost Consultant
Addison Hunt Ltd · 2026-02-18
£3.0M
LU00925 The Provision of an Estates Consultancy Framework
Addison Hunt Ltd · 2026-02-18
£8.0M
Loughborough University - Spray Master PIV & Flame Master PLIF
LAVISIONUK Limited · 2026-02-05
£611K
Loughborough University - Gas Analyser
CAMBUSTION LIMITED · 2026-02-05
£204K
Loughborough University Wind Tunnel Equipment
LAVISIONUK Limited · 2026-02-04
Object Aware PTV
LAVISIONUK Limited · 2026-01-28
LU00987 - Supply of Corporate Workwear and Merchandise / Gifts
Arco Limited · 2026-01-20
£1.2M
Object Aware PTV
LAVISIONUK Limited · 2026-01-20
Spray Master PIV & Flame Master PLIF
LAVISIONUK Limited · 2026-01-07
£611K
Gas Analyser Equipment
CAMBUSTION LIMITED · 2026-01-07
£204K
The Provision of Loughborough University Student Accommodation (LUSA) Development
John Graham Construction Ltd · 2026-01-06
£59.1M
The Provision of Loughborough University Student Accommodation (LUSA) Development
John Graham Construction Ltd · 2026-01-06
£59.1M
Spray Master PIV & Flame Master PLIF
LAVISIONUK Limited · 2025-12-18
£581K
Gas Analyser Equipment
CAMBUSTION LIMITED · 2025-12-18
£194K
Workwear
Arco Limited · 2025-12-09
£1.8M
LU00977 Fire Systems Maintenance
MW Cripwell Ltd · 2025-09-25
£1.0M
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The Provision of Cleaning Services for Gutters and Emergency Escapes
Deadline: 2026-08-05
£500K
The Provision of Fire Systems Maintenance and Repairs
National Centre for Sport & Exercise Medicine-East Midlands: Healthcare Partner
Sustainable Appliances Marketplace for Africa & Asia (SAMPA)
EPOS - System to Sell
Sustainable Appliances Marketplace for Africa & Asia (SAMPA)
Adhoc Managed and Rostered Staff
The supply of Corporate Wear and Work Wear
The Provision of Hazardous Waste Services
Minor Works
Pipeline
Contracts expiring in the next 12 months
When these contracts end, Loughborough University typically re-tenders. SMEs preparing bids 3-6 months ahead win disproportionately often.
Loughborough University Wind Tunnel Equipment
Expires: 2026-08-17
The Provision of Air Conditioning and Comfort Cooling Systems
Expires: 2026-08-31
£880K
Workwear
Expires: 2026-12-21
£1.8M
The Supply of Ironmongery and Sundries for Loughborough University Stores
Expires: 2026-12-31
£440K
Market analysis
Bidding into Loughborough University — what to expect
Supplier concentration and timing patterns that shape SME bid strategy.
91%
Top-5 supplier share
31d
Avg response window
29d
Median response window
20mo
Avg contract duration
Frequently asked
Common questions about selling to Loughborough University
How much does Loughborough University spend on procurement?
Loughborough University awarded 51 contracts totalling £156.1M between 2023-07-30 and 2026-07-30, working with 18 unique suppliers. Average contract value is £4.7M.
Who are Loughborough University's top suppliers?
The largest suppliers to Loughborough University by total award value are John Graham Construction Ltd, Stoford Loughborough Limited, Biffa Waste Services Ltd. The top five suppliers together hold 91% of contract value.
What does Loughborough University buy from suppliers?
Loughborough University's procurement is concentrated in building construction work, refuse disposal and treatment, financial analysis and accounting software package, alongside specialist categories. See the full CPV breakdown below.
How can my business bid for Loughborough University contracts?
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What's the typical response window for Loughborough University tenders?
Loughborough University typically gives suppliers a median of 29 days to respond (average 31 days). Standard contract duration is around 20 months.
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How this profile is compiled
Analysed by ENKII · Updated 2026-07-30
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