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Elsecar Heritage Centre Masterplanning

BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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25 Nov 2025 at 11:46

Summary of the contracting process

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the procurement process titled "Elsecar Heritage Centre Masterplanning," with a focus on advisory architectural services. The aim was to consolidate existing masterplans and strategies into a renewed document that guides service delivery and future funding opportunities for the Elsecar Heritage Centre in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The procurement, identified with ID 74469, was conducted through a direct method, described as 'below threshold - without competition,' and reached the award stage with the contract active between 18th November 2025 and 31st March 2026, with potential extensions up to 30th September 2026. The contract, awarded to Purcell, a large-scale supplier based in York, is valued at £47,970 GBP.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural advisory services, particularly those with a focus on heritage site development. Companies that can contribute to the strategic vision of blending historical significance with economic growth potential are well-suited for such initiatives. Engaging with projects like this allows businesses to position themselves as key contributors to regional development plans, enhancing their portfolio and expanding their network within public sector procurement. The masterplanning project highlights opportunities for collaboration with local authorities like Barnsley Council, which is dedicated to fostering cultural and economic revitalisation through their strategic initiatives.

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Notice Title

Elsecar Heritage Centre Masterplanning

Notice Description

Barnsley Council wishes to review and consolidate previous masterplans, funding applications and visions for Elsecar into a refreshed strategic document to guide service delivery and future funding opportunities. This masterplan will provide a high-level vision involving internal and external stakeholders and encompass both Elsecar Heritage Centre and its relationship within the locality. It will recognise the multi-functional purpose of the site as one of high historic value, local pride and income generation for Barnsley Council and the local economy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e82b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076794-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71210000 - Advisory architectural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,970 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Karen Buttery
Contact Email
karenbuttery@barnsley.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01226000000

Buyer Location

Locality
BARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE
Postcode
S70 2TA
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE33 Barnsley
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Barnsley
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Barnsley North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PURCELL

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