Award

Professional Appointment as Architect, Lead Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer

THE CROWN ESTATE

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06 May 2025 at 08:39

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20 Jan 2025 at 10:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves The Crown Estate as the buying organisation, seeking services for "Professional Appointment as Architect, Lead Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer." This contract falls under the industry category of architectural and related services with CPV code 71200000. The procurement took place in the United Kingdom and has progressed to the award stage, with the supplier contract having been completed. The tender was initiated via a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold, with the award being made to Dowen Farmer Architects Ltd. Key dates include the tender end date on 28 February 2024 and the contract period from 1 March 2024 to 31 May 2025, with the award published on 20 January 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for well-established architectural firms, particularly those with experience in lead design and compliance with building regulations. Although the procurement method was selective, it underscores the potential for businesses to tap into exclusive tenders, enhancing their portfolio and reputation by securing government contracts. The awarded contract, valued at £198,735, highlights the significance of direct procurement methods for businesses capable of offering bespoke services that meet specific government requirements. Large architectural firms can benefit from this type of engagement, particularly those that have established themselves as reliable partners for high-profile government or estate projects.

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Notice Title

Professional Appointment as Architect, Lead Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer

Notice Description

Professional Appointment as Architect, Lead Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-edccbf13-a607-4056-a2f2-04804b5d70af
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b8a0c93-bad3-4819-ab6c-c26f196ad9a1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£198,735 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£198,735 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2024 - 31 May 2025 1-2 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 CROWN ESTATE
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
tenders@thecrownestate.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1Y 4AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DOWEN FARMER ARCHITECTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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