Award

Gentoo - Architectural Services for Clinton Place

PROSPER

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02 Feb 2026 at 09:33

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Gentoo Group seeking architectural services for the new build development at Clinton Place, managed by Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER), based in Newcastle upon Tyne. This contract has been awarded through a Direct Award under the Design & Consultancy Services Framework with reference DN579881. The award, valued at £240,000, went to Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited, with the contract running from 1st February 2026 to 31st January 2031. The industry category is within architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, specifically serving the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is in the 'Award' category, highlighting the completion and assignment of the contract through a direct procurement method.

This contract offers opportunities for SMEs within the architectural services industry, particularly those specialising in new build developments and consultancy services. Companies residing in or familiar with the North East UK region will be well-suited to compete in similar procurements. The successful bidder, Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited, represents an example of a small to medium-sized enterprise thriving in this niche. Engaging in such frameworks can aid in business growth by securing long-term contracts and building relationships with key public sector organisations like PROSPER.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gentoo - Architectural Services for Clinton Place

Notice Description

Gentoo Group seeks to appoint a consultant to provide Architectural Services for Clinton Place new build development. Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER) is managing this procurement on behalf of the Contracting Body. PLEASE NOTE: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under a Framework Agreement and this contract has been let. Additional information: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under Framework Ref: DN579881 - Design & Consultancy Services Framework. FTS Reference:2021/S 000-030132

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd50b266-0940-41e2-a394-3a1f9350eeee
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2031 Over 5 years
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
PROSPER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE28 9NZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Tynemouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLAKE HOPKINSON ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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