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title: "Lead Architect and Design Services"
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# Lead Architect and Design Services

Buyer: EXETER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e24ca34-9b5c-4d37-a243-2a222d2047f7

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Exeter City Council, titled "Lead Architect and Design Services," pertains to the industry category of architectural and related services and is focused on the redevelopment of the Wonford Community Hub. This process, awarded through the PAGABO National Framework for Professional Services, was designed to appoint a Lead Architect, Principal Designer, and Structural M&E services provider. Completed in the 'Award' stage, the contract spans from 2 January 2026 to 1 October 2026, with a value of £155,900 GBP. The opportunity is located in England, United Kingdom, providing services in the specified region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), including those within the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sectors, due to its suitability for such organisations. This project's focus on architectural services and community hub redevelopment makes it particularly attractive for firms specialising in comprehensive design and structural services. Businesses with expertise in architectural and related domains are well-suited to leverage their capabilities and expand their portfolios by participating in similar future procurement opportunities facilitated by councils like Exeter City.

## Notice

To deliver Lead Architect, Principal Designer, Structural M&E for the redevelopment of Wonford Community Hub. Awarded via framework. PAGABO National Framework for Professional Services .

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f76e3be7-4066-4d9c-8185-cfd322c0a3cd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 2 Jan 2026 - 1 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £155,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £155,900 |
| 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 | EXETER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX1 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St David's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AFLSP LTD (SPACE PLACE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 11:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f76e3be7-4066-4d9c-8185-cfd322c0a3cd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f76e3be7-4066-4d9c-8185-cfd322c0a3cd
  12th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://exeter.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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