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Design team fees to develop the RIBA Stage 1

QE FACILITIES LTD

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04 Dec 2025 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Design team fees to develop the RIBA Stage 1" is managed by QE Facilities Ltd, a public authority under central government. The process was completed with P+HS ARCHITECTS LIMITED being awarded the contract. This project, located in the United Kingdom, falls under the services category and specifically involves architectural design services. The procurement method used was direct and conducted below the threshold without competition. The contract, valued at £11,127, was signed on 14th November 2025 and is active, with delivery scheduled for 28th November 2028. The project is specifically aimed at developing Stage 1 of the RIBA design process, reflecting a structured approach to architectural development.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural design services, particularly SMEs, given the procurement's below-threshold nature without competition. As the main procurement category involves services, businesses with expertise in various aspects of design and architecture are well-suited to engage and potentially scale their operations through similar upcoming opportunities. Companies with a strong portfolio in architectural design can leverage such projects to grow their market presence in the region. The process illustrates potential for future collaborative ventures in public-sector projects, thereby fostering diverse business growth within the construction and design industry.

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Notice Title

Design team fees to develop the RIBA Stage 1

Notice Description

Design team fees to develop the RIBA Stage 1 Cost: PS11,127.00

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ee70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079581-2025
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

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,127 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2028 - 28 Nov 2028 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QE FACILITIES LTD
Contact Name
Denise Stevenson QEF/QEH
Contact Email
denise.stevenson1@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE9 6SX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
High Fell
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

P+HS ARCHITECTS

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