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title: "GB-Colchester: 0435 - Kingswood Heath Community Centre Architectural Design Services"
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# GB-Colchester: 0435 - Kingswood Heath Community Centre Architectural Design Services

Buyer: COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5bd7e8a2-375a-4022-b301-f4570006d19a

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## Summary

Colchester City Council has awarded a contract for architectural design services related to the Kingswood Heath Community Centre project. The procurement process was conducted through a direct award under the Chelmer Housing Partnership Framework for Development Consultancy, identified as CHP-2021-0260. The contract, valued at £55,000, spans from 12th May 2025 to 31st December 2025 and focuses on the East of England region. Classified under CPV code 71220000, which pertains to architectural design services, the procurement process is categorised under services and involved Barefoot & Gilles Architects as the successful supplier. The award, tagged as complete within the procurement lifecycle, was made official on 8th May 2025, with the award notice published on 9th May 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for architectural firms, particularly those that fall under the VCSE (voluntary, community, and social enterprise) category, even though it does not explicitly target SMEs. As this procurement has been concluded through a framework agreement, firms interested in future opportunities might consider aligning themselves with such frameworks to enhance their chances in similar projects. Businesses with expertise in community centre design and development and those familiar with local requirements in the East of England area would be well-positioned to engage in future tenders of this nature. Engaging with Colchester City Council can also offer networking opportunities, potentially leading to more projects within the region.

## Notice

Architectural Design Services for Kingswood Heath Community Centre. Direct Award is being made via the Chelmer Housing Partnership (CHP) Framework for Development Consultancy Ref: CHP-2021-0260. Additional information: Direct Award is being made via the Chelmer Housing Partnership (CHP) Framework for Development Consultancy Ref: CHP-2021-0260.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4126c636-c31e-4e64-b09d-86765956d374 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 May 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £55,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,000 |
| 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 | COLCHESTER CITY 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAREFOOT & GILLES ARCHITECTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 9 May 2025 at 15:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4126c636-c31e-4e64-b09d-86765956d374

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4126c636-c31e-4e64-b09d-86765956d374
  9th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=948484530
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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