Award

Life Sciences - New Build - Architect (RIBA 0-2)

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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Award

19 Dec 2024 at 14:16

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex has completed the award stage of a tender titled "Life Sciences - New Build - Architect (RIBA 0-2)," focusing on initial architect activities for a new build project in the life sciences sector. This procurement, classified under "Architectural and related services," had a total value of £188,745 and was conducted through a limited procurement method involving competitive quotations below the threshold. The project is located in Brighton (postcode BN1 9RH) and covers RIBA Stages 0 to 2. The tender period concluded on 18th December 2024, with the contract running from 19th December 2024 to 31st May 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the architectural services industry, particularly those experienced in life sciences projects. The procurement's focus on a competitive quotation process below the threshold makes it accessible for smaller firms looking to expand their portfolios and engage with prestigious institutions like the University of Sussex. The involvement of Sheppard Robson Architects LLP, an SME, as the awarded supplier indicates the suitability of similar businesses to compete successfully in such tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Life Sciences - New Build - Architect (RIBA 0-2)

Notice Description

Life Sciences New Build Project - RIBA Stage 0 to 2 Initial Architect Activities

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7b79456a-ddc9-4ab8-b87a-f0c274b6ba65
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/707b267d-411c-4cec-9421-45ad6257ba5d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (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
£188,745 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£188,745 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2024 - 31 May 2025 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
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHEPPARD ROBSON ARCHITECTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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