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title: "Lead Architect & Principal Designer: Professional Services for the Development of a New Student Union Building"
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# Lead Architect & Principal Designer: Professional Services for the Development of a New Student Union Building

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SURREY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3bbdf2f5-27f3-4e67-b833-b7dfbf94a4aa

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## Summary

The University of Surrey is currently seeking a Lead Architect and Principal Designer for the development of a new Student Union Building, with the Invitation to Tender open until 3rd October 2017. This procurement process falls under the category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The contract period is set to commence on 25th October 2017 and will last until 15th September 2020. Interested parties should review the tender documents published on 12th September 2017, as the process follows an open procurement method above the threshold applicable to public contracts.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in architectural and engineering services, as well as related consultation roles. Businesses capable of delivering innovative design solutions and project management for educational infrastructure would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with this contract could lead to further projects, enhancing business growth and reputation within the public procurement sector.

## Notice

The list and attachments below form the suite of documents for the Invitation to Tender for Architectural Services and Principal Designer role for the new Student Union at the University of Surrey: Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ce724e-61ec-4a8b-967c-dd6dd7125762 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Oct 2017 - 15 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SURREY |
| Locality | SURREY |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU2 7XH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Guildford |
| Electoral ward | Onslow |
| Westminster constituency | Guildford |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 13 Sep 2017 at 08:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ce724e-61ec-4a8b-967c-dd6dd7125762
- 13 Sep 2017 at 08:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ce724e-61ec-4a8b-967c-dd6dd7125762
- 12 Sep 2017 at 12:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ce724e-61ec-4a8b-967c-dd6dd7125762
- 12 Sep 2017 at 12:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ce724e-61ec-4a8b-967c-dd6dd7125762
- 12 Sep 2017 at 12:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ce724e-61ec-4a8b-967c-dd6dd7125762

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ce724e-61ec-4a8b-967c-dd6dd7125762
  13th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsurrey/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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