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LEISTON MARKET SQUARE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT APPOINTMENT

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

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09 Dec 2025 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by East Suffolk Council involved appointing a landscape architect for the Leiston Market Square Landscape project. The tender falls under the industry category of architectural and related services and covers regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The process has reached the award stage, with AREA Landscape Architects Ltd. appointed as the supplier. The project, initiated to develop the public realm of Leiston Market Square, commenced on 27th October 2025 and is due to be completed by 31st March 2026. The total contract value is set at £53,400 gross. The procurement method used was below the threshold, suggesting a simplified tendering process suitable for smaller contracts.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, especially for businesses in the architectural and urban design sectors focusing on public space enhancements. Companies that can demonstrate creative and contextual design solutions in alignment with community-centred urban planning would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The project’s emphasis on public realm development affirms potential ongoing work, including phases that enhance civic life, social value, and adaptability for future developmental needs, such as community facilities or housing. Additionally, the collaborative nature of the project, involving multiple technical disciplines, could appeal to businesses seeking to expand their service offerings in comprehensive urban regeneration projects.

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Notice Title

LEISTON MARKET SQUARE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT APPOINTMENT

Notice Description

Services of an architect for the Leiston Market Square Landscape . this initial phase will focus specifically on the public realm. Scope Secure a detailed design and planning permission for the civic square. Address outline planning requirements for future phases, ensuring the first stage is achievable and fundable. Collaborate with the Lead Architect and other technical specialists including planning, heritage, civil/structural, and utilities. Provide design leadership in the public realm, producing solutions that respond to site-specific challenges and opportunities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f1e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081095-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£44,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 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
EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AREA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

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