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NBI Data Centre - Clerk of Works

JOHN INNES CENTRE

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07 Apr 2026 at 11:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "NBI Data Centre - Clerk of Works" project has been managed by the John Innes Centre, based in Norwich, United Kingdom. This contract pertains to building consultation and management services for the construction of a new data and energy centre at the Norwich Bioscience Institutes. The contract was awarded to John Burke Associates Limited, a Romford-based SME, marking the procurement stage as complete. The direct procurement method was used, listed under a "below threshold - without competition" process, and the contract spans from 7th April 2026 to 11th May 2027, with a gross amount of £33,757.08 in services related to building construction and consultancy.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the building consultancy sector. Companies with expertise in managing construction projects and providing consultancy services will find this opportunity particularly appealing, given the specialised skills required in oversight roles for building projects like the data centre at Norwich Bioscience Institutes. Securing a role in such projects not only enhances a company's portfolio but also establishes further credibility in the public authority sector, paving the way for future contracts in similar industries.

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Notice Title

NBI Data Centre - Clerk of Works

Notice Description

Building Clerk of Works for the construction of a new data centre and energy centre building at the John Innes Centre, for and on behalf of Norwich Bioscience Institutes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067cdb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031399-2026
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

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

71315200 - Building consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,130 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 11 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
JOHN INNES CENTRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7UH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Norfolk
Electoral Ward
Cringleford
Westminster Constituency
South Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOHN BURKE ASSOCIATES

Further Information

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