--- title: "CA18284 - R9367 - SHGH - MRI REPLACEMENT - BUILDING REGULATION PRINCIPAL DESIGNER AND ARCHITECT - QUOTE" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-53159b62-409f-4813-9008-52b505be3e59" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-53159b62-409f-4813-9008-52b505be3e59" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-53159b62-409f-4813-9008-52b505be3e59.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-53159b62-409f-4813-9008-52b505be3e59.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EPSOM & ST HELIER UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST" published: "2026-07-28" --- # CA18284 - R9367 - SHGH - MRI REPLACEMENT - BUILDING REGULATION PRINCIPAL DESIGNER AND ARCHITECT - QUOTE Buyer: EPSOM & ST HELIER UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-53159b62-409f-4813-9008-52b505be3e59 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-53159b62-409f-4813-9008-52b505be3e59) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-53159b62-409f-4813-9008-52b505be3e59.json) ## Summary Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Architect to serve as the Building Regulations Principal Designer for the replacement of an MRI scanner at St Helier Hospital. The procurement process, currently at the tender stage, focuses on Architectural services for buildings, with additional emphasis on engineering and planning services. Potential bidders should consider a range of works, including coordination of multidisciplinary design and compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022. The contract, valued at £40,000, will run from 31st August 2026 to 31st March 2027. The tender process employs an open procedure, with key deadlines set for 14th August 2026, and is suitable for small and medium enterprises. The location for the delivery is primarily in the United Kingdom, with coordination extending to associated regions. This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare architectural projects, particularly with experience in diagnostic imaging within operational NHS environments. Firms with aptitude in regulatory compliance, multidisciplinary project management, and sophisticated construction coordination would benefit from bidding. This project seeks entities that have a strong track record in modular and large-scale healthcare refurbishments, ensuring MRI safety and involvement in complex technical installations. The open procurement method invites competition among well-suited small and medium enterprises, enabling growth through technical innovation and partnership with a prominent NHS Trust. ## Notice The Trust is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Architect, who will also undertake the role of Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) under the Building Safety Act 2022, to provide full professional services for the replacement of an existing MRI scanner at St Helier Hospital. The commission shall encompass RIBA Stages 2-7 and include, but not be limited to, the development of the architectural design, multidisciplinary design coordination, Building Regulations Principal Designer duties, statutory approvals, stakeholder engagement, tender support, contract administration (where instructed), construction phase support and project close-out. The project involves the replacement of an existing MRI scanner within a live acute healthcare environment and is anticipated to include significant enabling and alteration works, including: Removal and replacement of the existing MRI scanner. Temporary and permanent removal and reinstatement of sections of the external facade to facilitate equipment installation. Internal demolition, structural alterations and reconfiguration of accommodation. MRI shielding requirements, including RF shielding, magnetic shielding and Faraday cage interfaces. MRI quench pipe design coordination and associated building alterations. Compliance with MRI safety requirements, including zoning, controlled access, emergency procedures and operational workflows. Coordination of mechanical, electrical and public health engineering services, including ventilation, electrical infrastructure, lighting, medical equipment interfaces, fire alarm, access control, communications and associated builders' works. Fire compartmentation, fire stopping and Building Regulations compliance. Coordination with Structural, MEP, Fire, Radiation Protection and MRI equipment specialists. Compliance with all relevant Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Health Building Notes (HBNs), Building Safety Act 2022, Building Regulations, British Standards, NHS guidance and other statutory requirements. Preparation and management of all Building Safety Act documentation applicable to the project, including coordination with the Client and Principal Contractor throughout the design and construction phases. Attendance at design team meetings, stakeholder workshops, site inspections and commissioning activities as required. Tenderers must demonstrate previous experience of delivering comparable diagnostic imaging projects within operational NHS healthcare environments and possess demonstrable expertise in MRI refurbishment or replacement projects, Building Safety Act compliance and multidisciplinary design coordination. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18284. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18284 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3551b32a-543a-44d7-8cdd-f2647b553d44 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000 | | 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 | EPSOM & ST HELIER UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST | | Locality | EPSOM | | Post town | Kingston upon Thames | | Postcode | KT17 1HB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ26 East Surrey | | Local authority | Epsom and Ewell | | Electoral ward | Town | | Westminster constituency | Epsom and Ewell | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71200000 - Architectural and related services - 71220000 - Architectural design services - 71221000 - Architectural services for buildings - 71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services ## Release History - 28 Jul 2026 at 07:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3551b32a-543a-44d7-8cdd-f2647b553d44 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3551b32a-543a-44d7-8cdd-f2647b553d44 28th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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