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21 Jul 2026 at 08:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Gentoo - The Bridges Canopy Architect," managed by Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER), has reached its award stage. The buyer, PROSPER, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, is overseeing the appointment of an architect to conduct canopy installation works at the Solar, Astral, and Planet Tower Blocks, situated in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The contract falls under the industry category of Architectural, Construction, Engineering, and Inspection services (CPV: 71000000). The process utilised a direct award method under a framework agreement, with the award being made official on 25th June 2026. The contract period spans from 26th June 2026 to 30th November 2026, valued at £52,176 GBP.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for architectural firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to contribute to notable infrastructure works. Companies with expertise in architectural design and construction services will find this project well-suited to their capabilities, given that the winning bidder, Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited, is also an SME. This could foster growth and enhance reputations in the competitive architectural sector. Interested parties should focus on engaging in similar future opportunities by aligning with framework agreements to increase their visibility and potential to secure direct awards.

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Notice Title

Gentoo - The Bridges Canopy Architect

Notice Description

Gentoo Group seek to appoint an Architect in connection with canopy installation works at the Solar, Astral and Planet Tower Blocks. Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER) is managing this procurement on behalf of the Contracting Body. PLEASE NOTE: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under a Framework Agreement and this contract has been let. Additional information: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under Framework Ref. DN679373 - Design & Consultancy Services Framework [FTS Reference:2023/S 000-025741]

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c44eea95-da33-4e05-af60-109db29e40fb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68a50990-a0e5-4f7c-97ab-23c88219b073
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£52,176 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 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
PROSPER
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE28 9NZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Tynemouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLAKE HOPKINSON ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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