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Heritage Asset expert assistance British Council

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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04 Nov 2025 at 10:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office has awarded a contract to Gurr Johns Ltd for providing expert assistance in reviewing the valuation of the British Council's Heritage Assets. This procurement, classified under the industry category of real estate services and evaluation consultancy services, was conducted through a direct procurement method. The contract commenced on 1st September 2025 and will conclude on 31st August 2028, with a total value of £24,750. The procurement process is in the 'Award' stage and was managed within the United Kingdom, under the authority of the National Audit Office located in London. The service provision is particularly aimed at ensuring accuracy in the British Council's asset valuation reports.

This contract offers business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and organisations engaging in real estate and consultancy services related to asset evaluation. Businesses with expertise in heritage assets and valuation can find this tender to be a fitting opportunity to enhance their portfolio by engaging in significant national projects. Moreover, the procurement method underscores the suitability for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises, allowing these organisations a platform for competitive participation and showcasing their specialised capabilities in the public procurement sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Heritage Asset expert assistance British Council

Notice Description

The National Audit Office has awarded a contract to Gurr Johns Ltd to provide specialist support in reviewing the valuation of the British Council's significant portfolio of Heritage Assets. This work will help ensure that the value reported in the British Council's accounts is materially accurate. The contract commenced on Monday, 1 September 2025, and will run until Thursday, 31 August 2028, with a total contract value of PS24,750.00.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-92863356-5e2f-40a3-b7b8-5db042335b1d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/415c50c3-68bd-4e1a-9f99-e22f9532d790
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

70000000 - Real estate services

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 3-4 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
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
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GURR JOHNS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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