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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the "Sumner Buildings Architect" project has been completed, with The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London acting as the buyer. This contract involves the provision of architectural design services within the domain described by the CPV code 71220000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement under the City of London Corporation Architectural Services Framework. The services will be delivered in London, United Kingdom, with the contract period running from 21st May 2026 until 31st March 2031. The contract, awarded on 21st May 2026, is valued at £497,197.

This award presents notable opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in architectural design services, particularly those looking to expand their portfolios within the public sector in the London area. Given that the procurement method is a call-off from a framework, businesses already part of such frameworks may find this particularly advantageous. Companies adept in providing innovative design solutions and capable of fulfilling long-term contracts will find this project suited to their growth objectives. Engaging with such procurement processes can enhance credibility and visibility within the industry.

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Notice Title

Sumner Buildings Architect

Notice Description

This is a contract award notice for the provision of architectural design services for Sumner Buildings. The contract was awarded via a further competition under the City of London Corporation Architectural Services Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e5090640-bdad-478f-ae34-3e17a0980137
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28deaf28-eded-4d72-988c-c505328f8e3f
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£497,197 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£497,197 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
20 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MACCREANOR LAVINGTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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