Award

Framework Agreement for Structural Appraisals

CANNOCK CHASE DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

03 Feb 2026 at 16:45

Tender

07 Aug 2025 at 16:51

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Framework Agreement for Structural Appraisals" was conducted by Staffordshire County Council on behalf of Cannock Chase District Council and Stafford Borough Council. This agreement is focused on providing structural appraisal services and drainage design verifications as per Building Regulations 2010. Situated in the UKG24 region, these services address structural engineering consultancy needs. The procurement was initiated in the tender stage on 7 August 2025, with the final award occurring on 3 February 2026, following an open procurement method. The contract will run from 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2030, with TIER CONSULT LTD as the main supplier. The total contract value is set at GBP 120,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the structural engineering consultancy sector, particularly those capable of adhering to governmental building regulations. With a focus on a single supplier, it is ideally suited to small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can benefit from clearly defined contract terms without reopening competition. Companies with previous experience in the engineering services industry, particularly in structural appraisals, will find this engagement beneficial for expanding their business footprint and developing a stable relationship with the sub-central government authorities, ensuring a steady stream of work over the four-year contract period.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Structural Appraisals

Notice Description

The councils wish to procure an agreement for a single supplier to provide Structural Appraisals in accordance with the Building Regulations 2010 - Part A, and verification of drainage design calculations in accordance with Building Regulations 2010 - Part H. Please note that this procurement may be impacted by Local Government Re-organisation: 1.1 In December 2024 the Government issued a White Paper on Local Government Re-Organisation entitled the "English Devolution White Paper". 1.2 In March 2025, Stafford Borough Council and Cannock Chase District Council submitted their suggested re-organisation plan to the Government and are awaiting a response. 1.3 Final proposals will be submitted in November 2025 and implementation of the changes is expected by Government to be by 2028 at the earliest. 1.4 Whilst the expected impact of most changes to Local Government will be settled at government level (Change in Law) please be aware that it may be government policy or expedient that any affected party will be recommended to agree bi-lateral or multi-lateral changes to their existing contractual arrangements. 1.5 Updates on proposals and changes can be found on the Stafford website and Cannock website. 2 The parties agree that in the event of a Local Government Re-organisation:- 2.1 that reorganisation of local authorities may result in the transfer, assignment or novation of this Agreement in whole or in part to a successor authority or successor authorities. Such transfer assignment or novation shall not constitute a breach or require consent and the [contracting party] consents to the transfer assignment or novation of this Agreement in whole or in parts to any successor authority(ies) established under the local government reorganisation legislation and that as a consequence, the obligations and rights under this Agreement shall continue to apply and be enforceable by or against any successor authority(ies) following a local government reorganisation; and 2.2 the parties acknowledge that if applicable the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 may apply and agree to comply with all consequential and reasonable obligations arising thereunder. 2.3 the parties acknowledge that any new organisation(s) may utilise or create and manage all and any existing or required framework agreements relating to the provision of the services provided under this current agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0583bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009636-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CANNOCK CHASE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ellie.butler@staffordshire.gov.uk, procurement@cannockchasedc.gov.uk, procurement@staffordbc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 3AQ
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TIER CONSULT

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