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Bramall Hall MEND5 M&E Replacement - Architect

STOCKPORT METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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15 Jan 2026 at 11:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Bramall Hall MEND5 M&E Replacement - Architect" project has reached the award stage. It involves the Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council as the buying organisation, operating within the industry category of Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services (CPV: 71000000). The procurement is focused on a location within England, United Kingdom. This project required a direct award through the Constellia Neutral Vendor Framework due to time-sensitive funding requirements. The total potential contract value over the entire project is £223,435.65, with the award for RIBA Stage 3 valued at £45,000, excluding VAT. The contract period extends from 17th November 2025 to 1st November 2028, with the announcement of the award published on 15th January 2026.

This tender provides a unique opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage with heritage architecture and engineering services within the public sector. The project requires expertise in conservation architecture and heritage consultancy, making it suitable for businesses with specialisation in these areas. Successful collaboration can lead to further involvement in subsequent RIBA stages, significantly benefiting firms aiming for growth and increased collaboration with public sector infrastructure projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bramall Hall MEND5 M&E Replacement - Architect

Notice Description

The Council required the appointment of an Architect, Conservation Architect and Heritage Consultant to develop the RIBA Stage 3 design package and to potentially progress the project through further RIBA stages. Due to the time-critical nature of the funding requirements, the Council made a compliant direct award via the Constellia Neutral Vendor Framework. The value of the contract for RIBA Stage 3 is PS45,000 (exclusive of VAT). Subject to funding being secured, subsequent RIBA stages, with a total potential contract value of PS223,435.65 (exclusive of VAT).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ddf01aab-af88-4a5e-93d2-5ba441649ceb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c80636-aa9e-4d48-8434-b36ff55a306d
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
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
£223,435 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 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
STOCKPORT METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Grace Simpson
Contact Email
grace.simpson@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1619121616

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

DONALD INSALL ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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