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Appointment of Integrated Consultant Team for Knockevin School - MA24-000K402

THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY

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Award

29 Oct 2025 at 14:24

Tender

24 Sep 2024 at 12:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Appointment of Integrated Consultant Team for Knockevin School - MA24-000K402" was managed by the Education Authority located in Belfast, United Kingdom. This initiative, classified under the category of Architectural, Construction, Engineering, and Inspection services, aimed at developing a new Special School in Co Down to cater to children aged 3-19 with severe learning and multiple difficulties. The project was conducted through a restricted procedure, and the buyer undertook a selective procurement method. Key dates included the tender period end on 1st November 2024 and the award contract signed on 29th October 2025, involving an active contract valued at £1,676,163 awarded to Samuel Stevenson Sons Ltd.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services related to architecture, engineering, and project management. Companies with expertise in designing educational environments and those capable of managing complex construction projects would be well-suited for this type of work. The restricted procurement procedure ensured a focused selection process, ideal for qualified businesses aiming to secure substantial contracts that could expand their portfolio in large, multi-faceted infrastructure projects. Engaging in such projects provides wide exposure in the education sector and boosts credibility and experience in delivering high-stakes consultancy services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Appointment of Integrated Consultant Team for Knockevin School - MA24-000K402

Notice Description

Appointment of an Integrated Consultancy Team for the delivery of Knockevin School. The project involves the provision of a new Special School in the Co Down area which will: * be a co-educational Special School * Cater for children and young people from early years and primary, through to post-primary, including post-16 (known as 3-19) * be a flexible 3-19 model to meet the needs of all children and young people functioning within the Severe Learning Difficulty (SLD) range including children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) * Cater for an enrolment up to 500 pupil

Lot Information

Lot 1

Appointment of an Integrated Consultancy Team for the delivery of Knockevin School. The project involves the provision of a new Special School in the Co Down area which will: * be a co-educational Special School * Cater for children and young people from early years and primary, through to post-primary, including post-16 (known as 3-19) * be a flexible 3-19 model to meet the needs of all children and young people functioning within the Severe Learning Difficulty (SLD) range including children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) * Cater for an enrolment up to 500 pupil

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-049d4e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069423-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71220000 - Architectural design services

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

71324000 - Quantity surveying services

71541000 - Construction project management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,676,163 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Oct 20251 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Majorworks.procureeani.org.uk
Contact Email
majorworks.procure@eani.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT1 2NQ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAMUEL STEVENSON SONS

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