Summary of the contracting process

Historic England has recently completed the procurement process for a framework commission focusing on Architectural, Surveying, Principal Designer, and Lead Professional Services for works projects on the Historic England Estate. This tender, classified under the category of buildings of particular historical or architectural interest, targets multiple locations including the North & Midlands Territory (with offices in York, Newcastle, Manchester, and more) and the South West, South East, & London Territory (including offices in Bristol, Swindon, Cambridge, and others). The procurement followed a selective method through a restricted procedure, with the contract period set from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2027. Important dates included a tender period ending on 29th February 2024 and an award date of 19th September 2024.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses within the architectural and surveying services industry to grow by being part of prestigious projects on the Historic England Estate. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly suitable for this framework, given the nature and scope of the required services. Firms involved will engage in both design and management roles, ensuring comprehensive involvement in projects from inception to completion. Companies that specialise in historical and architectural interest buildings, architectural design, and surveying will find this framework particularly beneficial for expanding their portfolio and enhancing their reputation in the industry. The awarded suppliers include recognised firms such as Allan Joyce Architects Ltd, Childs Sulzmann Architects, and Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios LLP, among others.

Award

Framework Commission for Architectural, Surveying, Principal Designer and Lead Professional Services on the Historic England Estate - AWARD

HISTORIC ENGLAND

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

3rd October 2024 11:51:22 AM
Contract Summary

The Services of an Architect/Chartered Building Surveyor/Chartered Architectural Technologist for works projects on the Historic England Estate. To include, when required, fulfilling the role of Principal Designer and Lead Professional. And when a project requires, services of a range of professional team roles. Location The location of the Works in respect of this contract is: Lot 1: North & Midlands Territory (York Office, Newcastle Office, Manchester Office, Baguley Hall [Manchester], Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings [Shrewsbury]) Lot 2: South West, South East & London Territory (Bristol Office, Swindon Office, Cambridge Office, London Office, Fort Cumberland [Portsmouth], Bow Hill [Exeter])
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-2442ea9c-670e-4ff9-a078-c459d316d6f7

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Restricted Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

45212350
71200000
71220000
71221000
71250000
71251000
71355000
79311000
79311100

CPV Division(s)

45 - Construction work
71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
Awarding Authority

HISTORIC ENGLAND

Buyer Name

David Webb

Buyer Email

David.Webb@HistoricEngland.org.uk

Buyer Phone

+4402392856700

Buyer Address

Firefly Avenue, Swindon

Wiltshire

SN2 2EH

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

ALLAN JOYCE ARCHITECTS LTD
CHILDS SULZMANN ARCHITECTS
FEILDEN CLEGG BRADLEY STUDIOS LLP
JOHN GILBERT ARCHITECTS
NAPIER CLARKE ARCHITECTS
PICKEVERARD
PRITCHARD ARCHITECTURE
SIMPSON & BROWN LLP

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Framework Commission for Architectural, Surveying, Principal Designer and Lead Professional Services on the Historic England Estate - AWARD

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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