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GB-Colchester: 0424 - Architectural Design Consultants

COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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20 May 2025 at 12:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process was conducted by Colchester City Council for the project titled "GB-Colchester: 0424 - Architectural Design Consultants". The procurement sought to appoint an architectural practice to provide services for a historical project in the East of England, United Kingdom. It involved architectural and related services, classified under CPV codes 71200000, 45212350, and 71220000. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the tendering process has reached the award stage, with an award date of 19 May 2025. The awarded contract's value is £364,000, and it spans from 2 June 2025 to 30 June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in architectural services, particularly in projects involving buildings of historical interest. The involvement in such prestigious projects not only enhances the portfolio of participating firms but also strengthens their position in the architectural services market. Businesses with robust experience in historical and conservation-focused projects are especially well-suited to compete, given the demand for specialised skills and accreditation. The awarded supplier, Purcell Architecture Ltd, exemplifies successful navigation of such open procurement processes, providing a benchmark for similar enterprises aiming for growth in this industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Colchester: 0424 - Architectural Design Consultants

Notice Description

Colchester City Council (the Council) wishes to commission an experienced professionally qualified RIBA Architectural practice to be part of this upcoming iconic project and to provide Architectural Services and all other relevant disciplines up to and including a Full Planning Application Submission. Due to the nature of the project, the practice will also require conservation accreditation with the named lead architect able to demonstrate at least 5 years of relevant experience of listed buildings. The commission is for full service from RIBA stage 1 to RIBA Stage 6/7 and detailed design but will include a break clause at RIBA Stage 3 for submission to the National Lottery Heritage Fund, May 2026. Completion to detailed design will be contingent on the acquisition of round two funding and the exact timescales for the necessary contract extension will be confirmed with the successful contractor. Further details of the requirements can be found in the accompanying documents Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dbb1053b-c904-4c6e-a7bb-0459aa70f971
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca472ebc-4a2b-4eff-a505-3338e829c87d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£364,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£364,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 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
COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO3 3WG
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PURCELL ARCHITECTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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