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Foster Care Grant Scheme - Architectural services

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL

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21 Apr 2026 at 07:48

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Summary of the contracting process

Bristol City Council has completed the procurement process for architectural services under the Foster Care Grant Scheme, employing a direct award method. The procurement falls under the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services, with a focus on delivering these services in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process concluded with an award value of £107,550, and the contract period commenced on 6th March 2026, extending until 31st May 2027. This procurement has reached the award stage, with the latest information published on 21st April 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations within the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors due to its suitability criteria. Firms specialising in architectural services and those with expertise in grant scheme project management would find it advantageous to explore similar opportunities. The awarded contract with Constellia Public Ltd reflects a direct award procurement method, highlighting potential pathways for businesses aiming to secure government contracts through established frameworks such as SEWTAPS Lot 11. This approach simplifies the competition process, fostering growth for SMEs and allowing them to enhance their service offerings in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Foster Care Grant Scheme - Architectural services

Notice Description

Architectural services to assist in delivery of the Foster Care Grant Scheme Awarded via SEWTAPS Lot 11

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-deb3179e-e9b9-47cf-9218-1a7613b61d7d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00aaaa21-76d7-4e5b-ba9e-491fdc456a37
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£107,550 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£107,550 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2027 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
BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTELLIA PUBLIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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