Planning

Design Consultancy Framework

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

12 Jun 2025 at 13:57

Planning

27 May 2025 at 09:49

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has initiated a procurement process for a Design Consultancy Framework, intended to last up to seven years. This particular framework encompasses various disciplines, including architects and project management. The main industry category for this project is 'works', specifically construction work and architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement status is in the 'planned' stage, with a contract period set from 15th September 2026 to 14th September 2032. Interested parties should take note of the forthcoming notice set for 1st August 2025. The procurement process will be conducted as a framework agreement, which indicates a structured and standardised process suitable for multiple service providers.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in architecture, project management, and other related services have a prime opportunity to contribute to substantial long-term projects. The opportunity is well-suited for firms located in or capable of servicing the UKF24 region, where West Northamptonshire Council resides. Aspiring bidders should be prepared to engage in a framework agreement, allowing for periodic and outstanding services across the contract's tenure. This framework not only provides a chance to secure an extensive engagement with a public authority but also leverages business stability through a consistent stream of projects over several years.

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Notice Title

Design Consultancy Framework

Notice Description

Design and Consultancy Framework up to 7 years for various disciplines for West Northamptonshire Council , including architects, project management, full service specification to follow

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0526b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031992-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Sep 2026 - 14 Sep 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@westnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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