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Huyton MSCP Architect

KNOWSLEY COUNCIL

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28 Jul 2025 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

Knowsley Council has successfully completed a procurement process for architectural services under the title "Huyton MSCP Architect." The procurement, targeting the public authority sub-central government sector, involved architect consultant services in Huyton, United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted using a limited method, specified as 'Below threshold - limited competition,' and concluded with the awarding stage on 17 June 2025. The contract is valued at £33,480 gross (£27,900 net) and is scheduled from 28 July 2025 to 28 July 2026, with a potential six-month extension. The industry category pertains to architectural and related services, and the process encompassed three final stage bids, all from small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural consultancy, specifically SMEs. With a focus on architectural and related services, businesses with strong capabilities in designing multipurpose complexes can leverage this project to enhance their portfolio. The emphasis on limited competition offers a substantial advantage to smaller firms capable of providing innovative and tailored services, establishing a foothold in public sector projects and enhancing their reputation within the sector.

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Notice Title

Huyton MSCP Architect

Notice Description

Architect consultant services for Huyton MSCP Knowsley Council

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0566e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043389-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,900 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2025 - 28 Jul 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KNOWSLEY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HUYTON
Postcode
L36 9YU
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Roby
Westminster Constituency
Knowsley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CASS DESIGN CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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