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title: "Architectural Services for 156 Northgate"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-08514360-b293-455d-9a82-059db0e8bbeb"
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buyer: "DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Architectural Services for 156 Northgate

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-08514360-b293-455d-9a82-059db0e8bbeb

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Architectural Services for 156 Northgate" was conducted by Darlington Borough Council, located in Darlington, England. This process, related to the construction and engineering industry, specifically structural engineering consultancy services, has reached the award stage as of 28th October 2025. The contract, valued at £112,000 GBP, carried out through a call-off from the NEPO503 NEPRO framework, was awarded to Bloom Procurement Services Limited. The procurement method was selective, indicating the engaging of suppliers from a pre-selected pool. The awarded contract commenced on 5th December 2022 and is scheduled to conclude on 31st December 2025. The procurement process was initiated under a framework agreement, streamlining the procurement stage for specialised services required for the location at postal code DL1 5QT.

This procurement opportunity provides a chance for businesses within the structural engineering consultancy sector to collaborate in delivering essential architectural services. While the selection was closed to a predetermined supplier, the association with a reputable buyer like Darlington Borough Council through Bloom Procurement Services Limited underscores the significance of engaging in framework agreements. Such contracts often prioritise established relationships within the marketplace, making it advantageous for large-scale companies to vie for pre-qualified supplier positions. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs), though not directly suitable for this contract, could benefit from networking opportunities and ancillary services related to ongoing projects within the council's jurisdiction.

## Notice

Direct Award through NEPO503 NEPRO Framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eff9e5c-778b-4d2a-b5ee-277830dd2afb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Nov 2022 |
| Contract period | 5 Dec 2022 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £112,525 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £112,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLOOM PROCUREMENT SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2025 at 13:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eff9e5c-778b-4d2a-b5ee-277830dd2afb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eff9e5c-778b-4d2a-b5ee-277830dd2afb
  28th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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