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con_28556 - Technical Advisory Services 2025 (5 of 8)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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02 Mar 2026 at 15:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract for Technical Advisory Services, supporting construction and delivery of school building projects across England. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services" and was conducted through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process has reached the award stage with WSP UK Limited being the supplier. The contract, valued at £26,250,000 GBP, commenced on 4th February 2026 and will run until 3rd February 2028. The services are targeted across various regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other territories.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses within the architectural and engineering sectors, especially those looking to expand their operations by partnering on government projects in the educational field. Medium to large firms possessing multi-disciplinary technical expertise could greatly benefit from this contract, with the Department for Education seeking comprehensive support throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. Additionally, firms capable of delivering high-quality inspection and advisory services in alignment with government standards are likely to thrive, making this a key opportunity for strategic growth and diversification in the construction industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

con_28556 - Technical Advisory Services 2025 (5 of 8)

Notice Description

The Department for Education (DfE) has established a panel arrangement for the provision of Technical Advisory Services in support of the construction and delivery of school building projects across England. Under this arrangement, eight (8) Technical Advisors have been appointed to provide multi-disciplinary technical expertise to support DfE project teams throughout the full lifecycle of construction projects. This Notice confirms the award of one (1) of the eight (8) contracts issued under this panel arrangement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-84fc93c1-ac4c-4ff1-98e5-05c3615ac3c4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9035340c-1b57-4f7f-a396-61847975a704
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£26,250,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2026 - 3 Feb 2028 1-2 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

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