Tender

Manchester Cathedral - Our Cathedral Our City - Lead Project Architect

CRAGG MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED

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Tender

21 Nov 2025 at 17:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cragg Management Services Limited is managing the procurement process for the project titled "Manchester Cathedral - Our Cathedral Our City - Lead Project Architect". This tender, published on 21st November 2025, seeks a Lead Architect to oversee the development and delivery of capital works at Manchester Cathedral. It is in the tender stage of a two-stage restricted procedure within the architectural and related services industry. The procurement process follows the selective method, specifically a restricted procedure above the threshold. The procurement invites Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ) from architectural practices, with the submission deadline set for 15th December 2025. The project starts on 11th February 2026 and runs until 11th August 2029, located at Manchester Cathedral, postcode M3 1SX, with the contract valued at £200,000, aiming to involve SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in heritage architecture and conservation-led design, particularly those with expertise in managing complex projects in active places of worship. Architectural firms capable of demonstrating experience, capability, and capacity through the PQQ process stand a chance to expand their portfolio within a high-profile environment. This opportunity is well-suited for practices looking to enhance their reputation in managing culturally and historically significant projects, ultimately fostering business growth through increased visibility and contractual alliances.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Manchester Cathedral - Our Cathedral Our City - Lead Project Architect

Notice Description

Manchester Cathedral is seeking to appoint a Lead Architect for the development and delivery (subject to approvals) of capital works associated with the Cathedral's current building programme. The appointed practice will lead the design, coordination and statutory approvals required for the project, working closely with the Cathedral, the appointed consultants, and relevant stakeholders. This notice represents the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) stage of a two-stage restricted procurement process. Interested architectural practices are invited to submit the required information via the PQQ to demonstrate their experience, capability and capacity to undertake the role. Following evaluation of PQQ submissions, a shortlist of applicants will be selected and invited to participate in the full tender (ITT) stage, where detailed proposals and fee submissions will be sought. The Cathedral intends to appoint a Lead Architect with expertise in heritage buildings, conservation-led design, and the management of complex working sites within active places of worship. Further information, including the PQQ document and submission instructions, can be accessed as part of this notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe871475-2a0e-4b9c-82f6-8fc32e2c61ef
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Feb 2026 - 11 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CRAGG MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Andre-Paul Tsobgny
Contact Email
atsobgny@craggmanagement.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 6AF
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Preston Park
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Further Information

Notice Documents

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