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Sanctuary Housing Association - Beech Grove Homes - Architectural Services - 0003959

PLACES FOR PEOPLE GROUP LIMITED

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03 Dec 2025 at 16:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process conducted by Places for People Group Limited involves an award for architectural services to MEPK Architects, completed on 3rd December 2025. The procurement was under the "Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services" category, with a specified value of £428,400. The contract period commences from 1st December 2025 to 1st November 2028, focusing on projects in locations such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and United Kingdom. This procurement followed a selective method using a restricted procedure suited for VCSE entities, involving professional and design consultancy for construction projects, particularly Beechwood North and Beechwood West developments.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural and design services, particularly those adept in liaising with local authorities and handling construction approvals. It is optimal for large-scale entities that are capable of delivering comprehensive design solutions for housing projects. Leveraging the expertise required for the redesign and construction planning involved, businesses can expand their influence and establish prominence in the public housing sector, contributing to substantial growth and industry recognition.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sanctuary Housing Association - Beech Grove Homes - Architectural Services - 0003959

Notice Description

All Suppliers invited to this opportunity have passed the minimum requirements of the Procurement Hub's Consultants Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) OJEU Reference Number 2019/S 130-319565. Sanctuary Housing Association sought to engage with a professional / design team to provide advice, prepare designs and to liaise with authorities and third parties from whom approvals / consents and permissions may be required. Supporting with Beechwood North - Construction of 88 houses and 8 flats & Beechwood West - Redesign of plot due to boundary change and review design of 2 further plots.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89e748b4-d6d2-4291-b4a9-406bfaf31da5
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
VCSE
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
£428,400 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£428,400 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 1 Nov 2028 2-3 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
PLACES FOR PEOPLE GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR5 6BZ
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Ribble
Electoral Ward
Farington East
Westminster Constituency
South Ribble

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEPK ARCHITECTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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