Tender

Architectural and Lead Consultant Services - RIBA Stage 3+ Developed Design

WYESIDE ARTS CENTRE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Wyeside Arts Centre in Powys is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for Architectural and Lead Consultant Services related to RIBA Stage 3+ Developed Design. This project falls under the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The location for this procurement is Builth Wells, Powys, with key deadlines for tender interest set by 17th August 2025 and the issue of the invite to tender (ITT) commencing the week of 18th August 2025. The procurement method being utilised is an open, closed tender approach, with submissions required shortly after the ITT publication due to tight funding constraints, aiming for an award decision by 1st September 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural and construction services, specifically those with experience in refurbishing Grade II listed buildings and managing complex arts and heritage projects. Ideal candidates include consortia capable of offering strategic design leadership, project coordination, and BIM capabilities. Organisations that demonstrate proficiency in UK Building Regulations and Welsh planning, along with a solid track record of similar projects within the last three years, stand well-positioned to benefit from participating in this procurement process. Such engagements not only expand business portfolios but also enhance professional credibility in culturally-sensitive heritage domains.

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Notice Title

Architectural and Lead Consultant Services - RIBA Stage 3+ Developed Design

Notice Description

This PIN is being published to gather interest from suppliers for a closed tender to be issued week commencing 18th August 2025. Interested suppliers must register interest via Sell2Wales by 17th August 2025 to receive the tender.Architectural Scope of Services will include:* Strategic design leadership to Stage 3+.* Compliance with UK Building Regulations and statutory guidance.* Revit modelling, detailed drawings, specifications and stage-end architectural reports.* Value engineering, material selection, and programme management* CDM related responsibilities, health and safety submissions, and risk assessments.Lead Consultant Scope Includes:* Preparation of Design Responsibility Matrix and Technology Strategy.* Coordination across consultants, specialist subcontractors and suppliers.* BIM coordination, clash detection and conformity reviews.* Oversight of planning workshops, communication protocols, and progress reporting.* Planning submission liaison and monthly progress updates.Stage 3+ (Developed Design) Deliverables Include:* Detailed architectural development through to planning submission.* Integration of design team outputs (structural, M&E, safety, etc.) with coordination of interfaces.* Comprehensive documentation: 2D architectural drawings, specifications, CGI visuals, boundary and landscape details, signage, services details, fire strategy, building materials, access, and party wall advice.* BREEAM compliance, CGI visuals, VE participation, construction strategy updates, Building Regulation approvals, and planning submissions. (WA Ref:154575)The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-154575
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=154575
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WYESIDE ARTS CENTRE
Contact Name
Jill Mustafa
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1982553668

Buyer Location

Locality
POWYS
Postcode
LD2 3BN
Post Town
Llandrindod Wells
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Powys
Electoral Ward
Builth
Westminster Constituency
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe

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