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Southampton University Feasibility Study

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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07 Oct 2024 at 10:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence recently awarded a contract for a feasibility study at the University of Southampton to Grimshaw Architects LLP. This project, titled "Southampton University Feasibility Study," falls under the industry category of Feasibility study, advisory service, and analysis (CPV code 71241000). The procurement process reached the award stage, with key dates being the end of the tender period on 1st September 2024 and the start of the contract on 12th September 2024. The contract, valued at £58,800, spans from 12th September 2024 to 12th November 2024, focusing on the delivery location in the South East region, specifically in postal code SO17 1BJ.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy and advisory services, particularly those experienced in undertaking feasibility studies for large facilities. The procurement method used was a direct single tender action, making it an accessible opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies like Grimshaw Architects LLP, which successfully secured the contract, demonstrate that SMEs with relevant expertise and capabilities are well-suited to compete in such procurement processes. This can encourage other businesses in the same sector to seek similar government contracts to expand their portfolios and client base.

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Notice Title

Southampton University Feasibility Study

Notice Description

A feasibility study to be undertaken at the University of Southampton to produce an optioneering assessment report for the delivery of the new Facility.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1b1b26b4-3328-4b25-92bd-7237bf93d64a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b23e3c35-c05a-4361-a5bd-870485bf860b
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

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Sep 2024 - 12 Nov 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRIMSHAW ARCHITECTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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