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Architectural Technologist Professional Services

UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE

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16 Feb 2026 at 15:51

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Staffordshire, located in Stoke on Trent, has awarded a contract for Architectural Technologist Professional Services to Cunliffes Limited, based in Bootle. This project focuses on landscaping and demolition, planned for completion by the summer, and is linked to the previous Student Village project, necessitating specialised skills and knowledge. The procurement process was conducted directly, without competition, under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, for below-threshold procurement due to the specific expertise required. The award was completed on 1 January 2026 and the contract duration spans from 1 January 2026 to 30 June 2026, with a total value of £33,000 net.

This tender presents growth opportunities for architectural firms possessing expertise in demolition and landscaping, particularly for projects linked to student accommodation developments. Businesses familiar with university-led developments in the UK may find this sector promising. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with relevant experience and capabilities, similar to Cunliffes Limited, may find substantial prospects in niche service provisions required for educational institutions and their specific projects. The direct procurement method showcases an opportunity for highly specialised service providers to establish and strengthen partnerships with sub-central government authorities such as the University of Staffordshire.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Architectural Technologist Professional Services

Notice Description

The University of Staffordshire is awarding a contract for 6 months to Cunliffes for the provision of Architectural Technologist Professional Services to support the landscaping and demolition project planned for the summer The expertise has been previously been employed on the Student Village Project, as this is a linked project the same skills and specific knowledge are required and are not available elsewhere

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065538
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013967-2026
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

71200000 - Architectural and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@staffs.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE ON TRENT
Postcode
ST4 2DE
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CUNLIFFES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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