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Consultancy services for Kirkby Centre (phase 2)

KNOWSLEY COUNCIL

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20 Jun 2025 at 11:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Knowsley Council focuses on the provision of consultancy services for the Kirkby Centre (phase 2), categorised under construction-related services. The procurement has reached the award stage, with Group D Architects being the awarded supplier. The procurement method was a direct award, with the contract scheduled to begin on 9th June 2025 and conclude on 31st December 2025. This project, located in England, represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the sector, involving a contract valued at £81,000.

This tender highlights opportunities for architectural firms and consultancy services specialising in construction-related activities, particularly those capable of handling contracts awarded through direct procurement methods. Such firms, even though not typical SMEs, have the chance to engage in high-value contracts independently or through larger networks like the Constellia framework. By fulfilling the consultancy needs of the Kirkby Centre, businesses can establish a robust presence in the public sector, paving the way for future collaboration with government bodies across the UK.

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Notice Title

Consultancy services for Kirkby Centre (phase 2)

Notice Description

Awarded via the constellia framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-85189507-b414-4c4c-ad97-258a0d4cbea0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95aee2a3-c1f6-4195-b77c-311b84cca77d
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71500000 - Construction-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£81,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£81,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 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
KNOWSLEY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALE
Postcode
M33 7ZF
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
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
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GROUP D ARCHITECTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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