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PLACE1084H A6 Matlock to Whatstandwell Retaining Wall Design Services (Phase 2)

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 May 2026 at 07:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "PLACE1084H A6 Matlock to Whatstandwell Retaining Wall Design Services (Phase 2)" was conducted by Derbyshire County Council. The contract pertains to engineering design services, specifically involving the retaining wall design for the A6 from Matlock to Whatstandwell in England, United Kingdom. This process reached the award stage, with the award notice published on 20th May 2026. The procurement method used was a direct award under the SCAPE Perfect Circle Framework, contracting Tony Gee & Partners LLP. The contract is valued at £1,200,000, with the contract period spanning from 26th April 2026 to 28th February 2034.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the engineering design sector, particularly those capable of delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. The direct award method indicates a streamlined process, catering to established firms like Tony Gee & Partners LLP, which has been awarded this contract. Though it is not explicitly suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, large engineering firms specialising in complex design services would find this contract a lucrative opportunity to showcase expertise and build their portfolio in government infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

PLACE1084H A6 Matlock to Whatstandwell Retaining Wall Design Services (Phase 2)

Notice Description

A6 Matlock to Whatstandwell Retaining Wall Design Services (Phase 2). Call-off from SCAPE Perfect Circle Framework via Direct Award, to instruct Tony Gee & Partners LLP to re-engage with the design elements and provide project support for the A6 retaining wall scheme of works.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-77626e36-0fdf-443f-a7d2-e21e6513f9fb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be2e5648-bf1b-4b7c-aedc-47e5e5bebd94
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71320000 - Engineering design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 Apr 2026 - 28 Feb 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
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
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TONY GEE & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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