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Castle Gardens - Architectural Services

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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30 Mar 2026 at 16:29

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a contract for architectural services related to the Castle Gardens project. This procurement falls under the industry category of architectural design services and is conducted through a direct procurement method, under the below-threshold without competition scheme. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with a contract signed on 12th March 2026 and set to conclude on 30th April 2026. The project location spans several regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The gross value of this contract is £57,120, with the net amount being £47,600 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the architectural and design services industry, particularly those specialised in coordinated structural design. Firms such as Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in architectural design can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio and engage in public infrastructure projects. The council's approach, which does not require competition due to its below-threshold nature, facilitates easier access for smaller businesses seeking to enter or expand their presence in the public sector. MIKHAIL RICHES LTD, the supplier selected for this project, exemplifies the type of SME positioned to benefit from such contracts and highlights the potential for similar enterprises to secure future opportunities in related public procurement projects.

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Notice Title

Castle Gardens - Architectural Services

Notice Description

Architectural and wider design team services required for a coordinated Stage 1 design of Castle Gardens.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067860
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029345-2026
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

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 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
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MIKHAIL RICHES

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