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26 Jun 2026 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process entitled "Retrofit Consultancy Services" involves Magenta Living, a prominent buyer based in Birkenhead, England. This project falls under the industry category of "Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services" (CPV: 71000000) and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is selective, facilitated as a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a more controlled bidding process among pre-qualified suppliers. The tender reached the award stage with completion confirmed, and the active contract commenced on 1st April 2026, running through to 31st March 2027. The award was officially published on 26th June 2026, with an award value of £518,998. The procurement process supports the inclusion of SMEs and VCSEs, enhancing broader participation in the tender offer.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for firms specialising in retrofit consultancy and related architectural and engineering services. The call-off via a framework agreement implies that businesses already part of the NHMF Frameworx Consultancy Framework Lot 3a can readily engage, while those looking to break into this sector may consider collaborations or partnerships for future prospects. The contract's potential for extension by three one-year increments further augments business stability and continuity for the successful supplier, Rand Associates Consultancy Services Ltd. This scenario is particularly advantageous for large firms with compliance and scale, yet SMEs and VCSEs are also encouraged to leverage their flexibility and innovative approaches to risk management and service delivery, positioning themselves as reliable partners in this substantial public-sector initiative.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Retrofit Consultancy Services

Notice Description

Call off contract via NHMF Frameworx Consultancy Framework Lot 3a. The contract has the option to extend. There are three (3) permissible extension each 12 months in duration

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e2963d22-543d-4eb9-a33c-2574adc742da
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a241fffc-1186-4a9c-9699-bcb88da0c42d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£593,500 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£518,998 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
MAGENTA LIVING
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRKENHEAD
Postcode
B3 2ES
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAND ASSOCIATES CONSULTANCY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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