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Architectural Services

INFORMATION COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE

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11 Apr 2025 at 09:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a VEAT notice to extend their existing contract with Marini O'Shea Limited for Architectural Services. Originally awarded in November 2023, the contract, which focuses on building construction work under the CPV classification 45210000, will be extended until 31 October 2027, with the existing terms and conditions maintained. This extension is facilitated under Regulation 72(1)(e) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, permitting modifications that are not substantial. The procurement process is characterised by a limited procurement method without prior publication, and the contract was signed on 11 April 2025.

This tender presents a prime opportunity for businesses specialising in architectural and construction services to align themselves with government agencies such as the ICO, a prominent national agency based in Wilmslow, United Kingdom. While the tender is not open for new competition, understanding the procurement methods and timeline can benefit architectural firms looking to position themselves for future governmental contracts. SMEs in the building construction industry, particularly those experienced with professional services and public procurement processes, are well-suited to leverage such opportunities for potential business growth and strategic alignment with significant public sector clients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Architectural Services

Notice Description

Professional Services (Architectural)

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is not a new contract opportunity, but rather a VEAT notice to inform the market that the ICO are seeking to extend their existing contract for Architectural Services with Marini O'Shea Limited which was originally awarded in November 2023 and is due to expire on 31 October 2026. The extension period will be for a minimum of one year (terminating on 31 October 2027)

Procurement Information

This VEAT notice relates to a modification to the contract originally awarded in 1995 following a competitive award process. The ICO considers that the modification is permitted by Regulation 72(1)(e) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 as a modification which is not substantial. The proposed extension of the contract is based otherwise on substantively the existing terms and conditions and does not render the contract materially different in character, change the economic balance of the contract or considerably extend its scope

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05011b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014481-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 202510 months 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INFORMATION COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ico.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WILMSLOW
Postcode
SK9 5AF
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD62 Cheshire East
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cheshire East
Electoral Ward
Wilmslow West and Chorley
Westminster Constituency
Tatton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MARINI O'SHEA

Further Information

Notice URLs

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