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# IMI Consultancy - Architect

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61263fb1-ad07-462f-a377-e311e177aabd

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has awarded a contract for architectural consultancy services as part of its project to develop the Institute for Medical Innovation (IMI), a new purpose-built flagship research facility for the Faculty of Medicine. The procurement process, carried out through a mini competition using Lot 1 of the NHS SBS Healthcare Planning, Construction Consultancy and Ancillary Services (SBS10190) Framework, has been completed with BMJ Architects Limited selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £1,729,979.50, will run from 5th November 2024 to 1st August 2029, with the project located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was selective, and the main industry category is 'Architectural and related services' (CPV 71200000). The procurement process is currently in the award stage, and key deadlines included the tender period ending on 22nd March 2024.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in architectural and related services, particularly SMEs and VCSEs. The awarded contract gives BMJ Architects Limited a substantial role in shaping a major research facility, potentially leading to further opportunities within the University of Southampton network and the broader public sector. Businesses with expertise in healthcare facility design, large-scale construction projects, and innovative architectural solutions would find such contracts particularly suited to their capabilities, providing a platform for further growth and visibility in the industry.

## Notice

The project is to create a new purpose-built flagship research facility for the University of Southampton (UoS), with the Faculty of Medicine being the primary occupant. The new building is currently named The Institute for Medical Innovation(IMI). The University is awarding a call-off contract for architect consultancy services in relation to the IMI project following a mini competition utilising Lot 1 of the NHS SBS Healthcare Planning, Construction Consultancy and Ancillary Services (SBS10190) Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8c4e9f9-5b15-47b9-a02e-c64e8f729396 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 5 Nov 2024 - 1 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,729,979 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,729,979 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BMJ ARCHITECTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2024 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8c4e9f9-5b15-47b9-a02e-c64e8f729396

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8c4e9f9-5b15-47b9-a02e-c64e8f729396
  5th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.southampton.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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