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title: "Consultancy Agreement for a RIBA Workstage 1-2 Study for the church of St James the Great, Eve Hill, Dudley"
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# Consultancy Agreement for a RIBA Workstage 1-2 Study for the church of St James the Great, Eve Hill, Dudley

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4604eb9b-535e-4041-856c-d3a0a3dcf08f

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## Summary

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed the award stage of a public procurement process for a consultancy agreement focused on a RIBA Workstage 1-2 Study for the Church of St James the Great in Eve Hill, Dudley. The procurement falls under the category of business and management consultancy services. The project involves reviewing the current status and context of the church, engaging in consultations, and developing options for the building's future use. The competitive quotation (below threshold) method was employed, and the consultancy agreement is valued at £37,947.55. The contract period begins on 24 January 2025 and ends on 24 March 2025, with the award being published on 25 February 2025.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural consultancy and heritage building management. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders, given the project's focus on localised and specialised consulting work. The contract aims to enhance the utilisation and future of a historic building, making it an attractive project for firms looking to expand their portfolio in heritage conservation and community-focused projects. Engaging in this type of work can help businesses build a reputation in the public sector and leverage further opportunities in similar procurement exercises.

## Notice

An RFQ was issued for a consultant to undergo a RIBA Stage 1 - 2 study for the St. James the Great Church in Eve Hill, Dudley. The consultants will undergo a review of current status and context and engage in consultation to support the development of options for the building's future use, as well as draw all necessary documentation for RIBA Stages 1 - 2.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1309d9c6-ecbd-4bd1-9e69-b3c4c9a8c702 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 24 Jan 2025 - 24 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,947 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,947 |
| 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 | WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B19 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DONALD INSALL ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2025 at 10:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1309d9c6-ecbd-4bd1-9e69-b3c4c9a8c702

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1309d9c6-ecbd-4bd1-9e69-b3c4c9a8c702
  25th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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