Planning

Supply Chain Notice: Design Services for the Skills Development Centre at Portsmouth Naval Base

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

23 Jul 2025 at 13:01

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process for design services related to the development of a Skills Development Centre at Portsmouth Naval Base. This project falls under the industry category of architectural services for buildings and is in the planning stage. Located in the Heritage area of Portsmouth, the facility aims to enhance vocational training within a future-ready environment. The procurement timeline indicates a contract period from 1st December 2025 to 30th September 2026, with a value ranging from £1,400,000 to £1,700,000. Expressions of Interest are being sought from qualified design consultants by 1st August 2025, and a completed Supplier Questionnaire and Non-Disclosure Agreement must accompany submissions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for businesses specialising in sustainable design and architecture. Companies that can offer comprehensive design services, engage effectively with stakeholders, and integrate innovative infrastructure and technologies will find this tender particularly suitable. The project promotes environmental sustainability and energy efficiency, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses focused on these areas. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process supports SME involvement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply Chain Notice: Design Services for the Skills Development Centre at Portsmouth Naval Base

Notice Description

KBS Maritime is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified and experienced design consultants or consortia to undertake the design phase of a new Skills Development Centre. This facility will serve as a flagship hub for vocational training, and workforce development, supporting learners, and industry partners in a modern, inclusive, and future-ready environment. This facility will be located in three grade 2* buildings, located in the Heritage area of Portsmouth Naval Base. The project is currently in its early planning stages, and this EOI represents the first step in identifying capable design partners to help shape the vision and deliver a high-quality, sustainable, and functional facility. The successful design consultant will be expected to provide comprehensive services including, but not limited to: - Provisionally up to RIBA 3 Concept and schematic design (subject to change) - Design development and documentation - Stakeholder engagement and consultation - Planning and regulatory approvals - Sustainability and accessibility integration - Cost estimation and value engineering input - Coordination with engineering and specialist disciplines Project Objectives The Skills Development Centre will aim to: - Deliver flexible, multi-purpose learning and training spaces - Incorporate cutting-edge workshop infrastructure and smart technologies in training suites - Promote environmental sustainability and energy efficiency - Ensure universal accessibility and inclusive design Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact SCStrategy@kbsmaritime.com to express interest quoting EOI- Design Services for the Skills Development Centre at Portsmouth Naval Base and return a completed Supplier Questionnaire (SQ) and Non- Disclosure Agreement (NDA) attached to this notice. Please confirm you are registered with EU Supply when expressing interest in this opportunity and provide the exact company entity as registered. Any expression of interest that does not include the returned documentation will be rejected. KBS publish opportunities via the EU Supply Platform. As a supplier, you will need to have a registered account on EU Supply to be able to access opportunities, download documents and submit responses to Tenders. If you are not already registered, please go to UK (eu-supply.com) and click 'New Supplier Registration' and follow the simple and free registering process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-19b74f5f-f48e-436d-a863-c64ef6ea8ec4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec8f35d1-9173-4a94-90fa-d92d421f559c
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 3LS
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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