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Architectural Services

FCDO SERVICES

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves FCDO Services as the buying organisation and focuses on the Architectural Services industry, specifically classified under CPV code 71200000. The project is located in Milton Keynes, England, with delivery postal code MK19 7BH. This contract was awarded through an open procedure (below threshold), indicating an inclusive approach to suppliers. The procurement stage was completed, with the tender period ending on 16th June 2021 and the contract running from 17th June 2021 to 31st October 2021. The total contract value awarded is £237,995.

This contract presents a viable growth opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in architectural and related services. Given its open procedure nature, it encouraged a wide range of suppliers to participate, fostering competitive business environments. SMEs capable of delivering professional services in alignment with public sector standards would have found this an opportune project to enhance their portfolio. FCDO Services, the buyer, facilitated a competitive procurement process, allowing businesses to showcase their expertise on a significant public stage.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Architectural Services

Notice Description

Call off from FCDO Services Ref: XLY120/138/20(CL) Additional information: N/A

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b6a9ffe-7049-4cf1-8b83-07ef444653f9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/336f95c4-8287-41c2-8946-ee8014c64124
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£267,812 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£237,995 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
16 Jun 2021 - 31 Oct 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASS ARCHITECTES ASSOCIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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