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Lead Architect and Design Services

EXETER CITY COUNCIL

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12 May 2026 at 11:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Exeter City Council, titled "Lead Architect and Design Services," pertains to the industry category of architectural and related services and is focused on the redevelopment of the Wonford Community Hub. This process, awarded through the PAGABO National Framework for Professional Services, was designed to appoint a Lead Architect, Principal Designer, and Structural M&E services provider. Completed in the 'Award' stage, the contract spans from 2 January 2026 to 1 October 2026, with a value of £155,900 GBP. The opportunity is located in England, United Kingdom, providing services in the specified region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), including those within the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sectors, due to its suitability for such organisations. This project's focus on architectural services and community hub redevelopment makes it particularly attractive for firms specialising in comprehensive design and structural services. Businesses with expertise in architectural and related domains are well-suited to leverage their capabilities and expand their portfolios by participating in similar future procurement opportunities facilitated by councils like Exeter City.

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Notice Title

Lead Architect and Design Services

Notice Description

To deliver Lead Architect, Principal Designer, Structural M&E for the redevelopment of Wonford Community Hub. Awarded via framework. PAGABO National Framework for Professional Services .

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5e24ca34-9b5c-4d37-a243-2a222d2047f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f76e3be7-4066-4d9c-8185-cfd322c0a3cd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£155,900 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£155,900 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20254 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jan 2026 - 1 Oct 2026 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
EXETER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 1JN
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
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
Exeter
Electoral Ward
St David's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AFLSP LTD (SPACE PLACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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