Appointment of ICT for Lurgan Linkages Scheme

ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE & CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Apr 2026 at 15:07

Tender

11 Feb 2026 at 13:01

Summary of the contracting process

Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council has awarded a contract titled "Appointment of ICT for Lurgan Linkages Scheme" to GM Design Associates Limited. The project involves detailed designs for two laneways, Black’s Court and Moore’s Lane, located in Lurgan, Northern Ireland. The procurement process was conducted through an open competition below the threshold, with the award completed on 28 April 2026. The contract commenced on 23 April 2026 and is scheduled to end on 22 April 2027, with a potential extension available for up to 24 months to complete Moore's Lane. The procurement falls under the services category, with key industry classifications including construction project management, civil engineering consultancy, and landscape architectural services.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the engineering and construction sectors, particularly those specialising in civil and structural design, project management, and landscape architecture. SMEs, such as GM Design Associates Limited, are well-placed to compete for similar projects due to their agility and specialised expertise. The procurement process prioritised a balance between quality (40%) and price (60%), suggesting that competitive pricing coupled with high-quality deliverables are crucial for businesses looking to engage with the council on future projects. The contract value of £94,266 and the renewal options indicate potential for sustained involvement in the region, promoting long-term business development and relationship-building with local governance.

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Notice Title

Appointment of ICT for Lurgan Linkages Scheme

Notice Description

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council invites Tenders from suitably experienced and qualified service providers for the detailed designs of 2 laneways in Lurgan - Black's Court and Moore's Lane. Further information attached in Tender Pack.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Possible extension up to 24 months for Completion of Moores Lane

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064dd7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038774-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

71420000 - Landscape architectural services

71541000 - Construction project management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£94,266 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
22 Apr 2026 - 22 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE & CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

ARMAGH CITY, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CRAIGAVON
Postcode
BT64 1AL
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Electoral Ward
Craigavon Centre
Westminster Constituency
Upper Bann

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GM DESIGN ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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