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title: "373 ECD Consultants Framework"
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# 373 ECD Consultants Framework

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f0297c7-5d5e-4004-a805-5a3d525b67c0

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## Summary

Aston University is currently seeking to establish the "373 ECD Consultants Framework" to deliver specialist consultancy services for refurbishments and new builds over the next four years. This procurement process is in the early tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for 25 January 2019. The framework, which is set to begin in late May or early June 2019, encompasses various services, including Project Management, Architect Consultancy, and Civil Engineering, with a total estimated contract value of £6.3 million. The relevant location for this tender is Birmingham, England, with delivery addresses extending across the United Kingdom and beyond.

This procurement opportunity presents significant business growth potential, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in architectural and engineering consultancy services. Companies with expertise in project management, construction consultancy, or structural engineering are well-positioned to compete for this agreement. The restricted procedure of the procurement process indicates a selective approach, creating opportunities for qualified firms to showcase their capabilities within a structured framework environment.

## Notice

Aston University is planning to set up a new Estate Capital Development (ECD) Consultancy Services Framework to provide specialist consultancy services for use with refurbishment and new build projects over the next 4 years. It is intended that the new framework will commence in late May / Early June 2019. The Framework will provide the folding services: 1.) Project Management Consultancy Services 2.) Architect Consultancy Services 3.) Mechanical And Electrical Services 4.) Structural and Civil Engineering Services 5.) Building Surveyor Services To apply follow link: https://procontract.due-north.com/register Cost Consultancy management services have not been included within the scope of this Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d28f385-f661-4112-89fb-2b242e672dae |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 May 2019 - 26 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services
- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services
- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services
- 71541000 - Construction project management services

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2018 at 09:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d28f385-f661-4112-89fb-2b242e672dae
- 20 Dec 2018 at 13:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/970c0af3-94e2-41a7-8a57-20e9bbc2032c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d28f385-f661-4112-89fb-2b242e672dae
  21st December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/970c0af3-94e2-41a7-8a57-20e9bbc2032c
  20th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/register

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