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title: "GB-Colchester: Architectural Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-40b868f3-fb49-49d5-bc19-550db5f131d1"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2018-01-12"
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# GB-Colchester: Architectural Services

Buyer: COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-40b868f3-fb49-49d5-bc19-550db5f131d1

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## Summary

Colchester Borough Council is currently seeking tender submissions for architectural services aimed at developing an extension to the retail, leisure, and residential offering in Colchester Town Centre. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with expressions of interest closing on 26th January 2018, and submission of tender documents required by 12:00 noon on 31st January 2018. Potential contractors must consider this opportunity within the context of an open procurement method, with a budget ranging from £25,000 to £50,000. The anticipated contract period is from 19th February 2018 to 31st March 2018.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in architectural design services, as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises. Businesses with experience in producing concept drawings and conducting feasibility studies will find this procurement ideal for showcasing their expertise. Engaging in this project can enhance a firm’s portfolio and establish a valuable partnership with Colchester Borough Council, contributing to the revitalisation of the local infrastructure.

## Notice

Colchester Borough Council is seeking to deliver an important and exciting extension to the retail / leisure / residential offer in the Town Centre. It is looking for an experienced contractor to provide architectural services to produce initial outline concept drawings, feasibility and cost planning for a potential scheme as detailed within the Specification. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Expressions of interest closes at 17:00 hrs on Friday 26th January 2018. Tenders must be submitted via the portal by 12:00 (noon) on Wednesday 31st January 2018. Shotlisted tenderers will be invited to attend an interview on Monday 12th February 2018 to discuss their proposals.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/add0d0d0-b8c4-4f58-bedb-8c5d9d2fcf07 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Feb 2018 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO3 3WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2018 at 07:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/add0d0d0-b8c4-4f58-bedb-8c5d9d2fcf07

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/add0d0d0-b8c4-4f58-bedb-8c5d9d2fcf07
  12th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Colchester:-Architectural-Services/9X2C9ND26D
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Provenance

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