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Specialist Internal Structural Concrete Investigations for the Civic Centre

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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31 Oct 2025 at 08:52

Summary of the contracting process

Plymouth City Council has completed a public procurement process for "Specialist Internal Structural Concrete Investigations for the Civic Centre." The project falls under the industry category of structural engineering consultancy services, situated in Plymouth, United Kingdom. The procurement, identified as contract ID 27802, followed a direct procurement method below the threshold, and was executed without competition. The process focused on structural and durability defect repairs, with a completion stage as of 31st October 2025. The contract, awarded to VCS Durability Engineering, commenced on 1st December 2025 and is set to conclude on 27th March 2026. The gross value of the contract is £63,810.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the structural engineering consultancy sector, especially those with expertise in structural defect repairs and durability maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises like VCS Durability Engineering, the awarded supplier, who can offer specialised services in corrosion protection and concrete patch repairs, would be well-suited to such contracts. The emphasis on sub-central government projects underscores potential growth avenues for enterprises proficient in maintaining and enhancing public infrastructure. Engaging in similar tenders can aid businesses in expanding their portfolio and securing long-term governmental contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Specialist Internal Structural Concrete Investigations for the Civic Centre

Notice Description

Structural investigations to define the following remedial works: * Structural defect repairs (e.g. strengthening works) * Durability defect repairs (e.g. reinforced concrete patch repairs, crack repairs) * 50-year corrosion protection (e.g. protective coatings, catholic protection)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d787
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069917-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,175 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20251 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
aleksandar.kanchev@plymouth.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL1 3BJ
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
St Peter and the Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VCS DURABILITY ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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