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Appointment Commercial Architect (Michael Sparks Associates LLP) - East Hemel dated 29 January 2025(704719067.1)

THE CROWN ESTATE

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Award

13 Feb 2025 at 16:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Estate has completed the procurement process for the appointment of a commercial architect, Michael Sparks Associates LLP, for a project in East Hemel. This project, classified under the architectural and related services industry (CPV 71200000), started on 29 January 2025 and will run until 31 December 2025. The procurement method used was a single tender action, below the threshold, with a contract amount of £95,000. The buyer, The Crown Estate, is based in London, England, and key dates include the end of the tender period on 22 January 2025 and the official award date on 29 January 2025, with the award notice published on 13 February 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in architectural services to engage with a prestigious client like The Crown Estate. The scope of the project and the value of the contract make it an attractive prospect for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio and establish a working relationship with a high-profile buying organisation. The procurement, being a direct award, suggests a streamlined process that can be advantageous for qualified and competitive businesses in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Appointment Commercial Architect (Michael Sparks Associates LLP) - East Hemel dated 29 January 2025(704719067.1)

Notice Description

Appointment Commercial Architect (Michael Sparks Associates LLP) - East Hemel dated 29 January 2025(704719067.1)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-10c6f88a-07b3-4034-953c-f24245a74aeb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d369aefc-a34b-44be-b983-7d7ef6d1a456
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CROWN ESTATE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1Y 4AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICHAEL SPARKS ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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