PAN2791 - RIBA Stages 3 - 4a (4b-7) Leicester Train Station

LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Leicester City Council is managing the procurement process titled "PAN2791 - RIBA Stages 3 - 4a (4b-7) Leicester Train Station", which falls under the services category focusing on research and development services. The process is categorised under the CPV code 73000000. This procurement concerns the redevelopment of Leicester Train Station, with operations spread across UKF region, specifically in Leicester. Initially awarded in 2022, the contract covers RIBA Stages 3 to 4a with the option to proceed to Stages 4b to 7. The procurement was executed through a limited method, negotiated without the publication of a contract notice and under ESPO 2664-22 Lot 1B, with Arcadis Consulting (UK) Limited being the active supplier. Significant dates include the initial contract signing on 1st December 2022, with a recent update involving an increase in contract value leading to a completion adjustment date of 31st May 2025.

This tender presents extensive opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural consultancy and engineering services, specifically those with a strong track record in handling large-scale infrastructure projects like train station redevelopment. Given the substantial contract value and long project timeline, medium to large businesses with robust project management capabilities and experience in compliance with regional procurement directives would be well-suited to engage in future opportunities that may arise from this initiative. Working with Leicester City Council can also enhance a firm's reputation and expand their footprint in the public services sector, thus fostering business growth and diversification.

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Notice Title

PAN2791 - RIBA Stages 3 - 4a (4b-7) Leicester Train Station

Notice Description

RIBA Stages 3 - 4a Leicester Train Station (PAN2791) The contract is awarded under ESPO 2664-22 Lot 1B.

Lot Information

Lot 1

RIBA Stages 3 - 4a Leicester Train Station The contract is awarded under ESPO 2664-22 Lot 1B. The contract was awarded in two parts: PART A - RIBA Stages 3 to 4a PART B - RIBA Stages 4b to 7 The Council has the option to proceed to Part B when required. The Value stated within this notice includes both Part A and Part B.

Procurement Information

The contract is awarded under ESPO 2664-22 Lot 1B. Such award does not require a contract notice in FTS. An award notice was placed in Contracts Finder: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/288e7de3-8c91-4b84-ba8d-bf43cb31fc64 Subsequently, the contract was varied in line with Reg. 72(1)(b)(i) to allow for additional services identified as required and to extend the duration of the appointment to align with the delayed project programme. This does require a suitable notice (Reg.72(3)), which the Council is hereby placing via this VEAT notice. Original Awarded Value Part A PS1,571,742.00 (ex VAT) End date Part A 30/10/2024 Original Awarded Value Part B PS354,599.78 (ex VAT) Total: PS1,926,341.78 Variation in relation to Part A only: Value: Increase by PS577,572.20 (LCC Internal Ref CVF0409) End date: 31/5/2025 (LCC Internal Ref CVF0437) Total following this variation: PS2,503,913.98 (ex VAT)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0484d8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052720-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,115,555 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 1FZ
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England), TLF21 Leicester

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARCADIS CONSULTING (UK

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