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Birnbeck Pier restoration contract management and architectural services

NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL

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07 Jan 2026 at 14:20

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Birnbeck Pier restoration contract management and architectural services" was concluded with an award to STUDIO FOUR ARCHITECTS LIMITED. This tender, initiated by North Somerset Council, fell under the category of Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services and was procured through a direct award method. Despite the tender status being recorded as complete, the official contract period extended from 22nd December 2025 to 27th May 2027, reflecting a substantial commitment to the restoration of the pier located in England. The total contract value was £356,500, highlighting a significant investment by the local authority in this heritage restoration project.

This opportunity serves as a valuable platform for SMEs, offering a chance to engage in a prominent regional project. Businesses specialising in architectural design, construction project management, and inspection services are particularly well-positioned to benefit from this tender. The direct procurement approach usually favours such SMEs that have a well-established track record and the capacity to manage complex restorations, particularly in settings like historical pier structures. Engaging in such projects can not only promote business growth through experience but may also enhance visibility within public sector procurement landscapes.

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Notice Title

Birnbeck Pier restoration contract management and architectural services

Notice Description

Birnbeck Pier restoration contract management, design and architectural services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-293c4e16-69da-4883-84cd-3919f3e1f31e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a6c0059-0cae-41e7-a9cb-55b56b49008e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£356,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£356,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2025 - 27 May 2026 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
NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.contracts@n-somerset.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WESTON-SUPER-MARE
Postcode
BS23 1UJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Weston-super-Mare Central
Westminster Constituency
Weston-super-Mare

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STUDIO FOUR ARCHITECTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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