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title: "The Varne Architect/Lead Consultant Services"
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# The Varne Architect/Lead Consultant Services

Buyer: SHEPWAY DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49fd321a-5067-4c20-b592-aaf92a00dd46

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## Summary

Shepway District Council is seeking an Architect/Lead Consultant for the development of four residential properties at Varne, Greatstone, Kent. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, following the completion of the tender, which was published on 19 January 2018. The project has been granted outline planning permission, and the estimated contract value is £75,000, with a minimum value of £50,000. The contract period runs from 12 March 2018 to 11 November 2019, and the open procurement method was used, with tenders closing on 16 February 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the architectural and construction consultancy industry, particularly those with expertise in designing high-quality residential dwellings suitable for holiday rentals. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, as their innovative design capabilities could align well with the high standards required for this project. Additionally, firms with experience in project management and compliance with planning regulations may find this opportunity particularly advantageous.

## Notice

Shepway District Council is seeking the service of an Architect/Lead Consultant for 4 properties residential development at Varne, The Green, Greatstone, Kent. The appointed Architect would also to take on the role of Principle designer for the design phase of the project and would oversee the project through to completion. Outline planning permission with reserved matters for "appearance and landscaping" has been granted. The development of 4 dwellings would to be completed and retained by SDC for high quality holiday rentals. Due to the use of the dwellings a high standard robust design is required which will include both external materials and internal materials for such a purpose. This opportunity is available via Kent Business Portal (https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bb1401f-ccdf-4df3-8e94-325cf3a67c67 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 8 Apr 2018 - 8 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £39,900 |
| 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 | SHEPWAY DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | FOLKESTONE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT20 2QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Electoral ward | Folkestone Central |
| Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | [Y/N] STUDIO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71315200 - Building consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2018 at 06:50 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bb1401f-ccdf-4df3-8e94-325cf3a67c67
- 19 Jan 2018 at 12:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bb1401f-ccdf-4df3-8e94-325cf3a67c67

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bb1401f-ccdf-4df3-8e94-325cf3a67c67
  19th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk
- https://www.shepway.gov.uk/your-council/council-information/contracting

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