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STA - Architect Fees MT fire Safety project

HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED

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28 Apr 2025 at 15:08

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31 Oct 2024 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, overseen by Historic England Limited, focuses on "STA - Architect Fees MT fire Safety project," which falls under the services category specifically related to architectural services for buildings of historical or architectural interest. The project location is set in Swindon, with postal code SN2 2EH. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, utilising a single tender action below the threshold, with the process reaching the award completion stage. The pertinent contract period commenced on 23rd September 2024 and will conclude by 4th April 2025. Key dates involved in the procurement included a tender period end date of 20th September 2024, and the award was announced on 30th October 2024, with publication following on the next day. The contract, valued at £70,608.75, was awarded to Pritchard Architecture, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in architectural services, particularly those focusing on projects that require expertise in historical or architecturally significant buildings. SMEs like Pritchard Architecture are particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts, given the procurement method favours direct and streamlined processes, making it accessible even to smaller firms. The increased costs due to delays and elevated construction expenses within this project highlight potential for businesses adept at managing complexities in architectural consultancy, making it an attractive proposition for firms aiming to expand their portfolio in the heritage conservation sectors.

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Notice Title

STA - Architect Fees MT fire Safety project

Notice Description

The above support was included within the awarded contract C/Ref 00000176, however due to delays to undertake this phase of works within that contract and the fact the costs of the overall construction works for the project increased beyond expected; the cost of the consultant fees subsequently increased beyond the allowance within the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4745d81b-2cfd-43ff-a458-6833c4048e6e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18e86a56-51bc-49c6-b80f-34953d7ce02d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,608 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,608 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2024 - 4 Apr 2025 6-12 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
HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 2EH
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Mannington and Western
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRITCHARD ARCHITECTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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