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title: "Conservation Architect Support for Historic Quarter, Lowestoft PSiCA"
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buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL"
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# Conservation Architect Support for Historic Quarter, Lowestoft PSiCA

Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-662c28fe-ab37-4b55-9fed-0c96ccecb3e2

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## Summary

East Suffolk Council is seeking Conservation Architect Support for the Historic Quarter project in Lowestoft under their Partnership Scheme in a Conservation Area (PSiCA). The project, running from April 2023 to March 2026, aims to restore historic buildings on North Lowestoft's High Street, focusing on frontages and original shopfront features. The procurement method is an open procedure below threshold, with a tender deadline of August 8, 2023, and a contract period starting on August 29, 2023.

This tender opportunity offers businesses in architectural and related services a chance to contribute to heritage restoration projects. SMEs and VCSEs are included as suitable entities for this tender. Companies with expertise in advisory architectural services and architectural services for buildings are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The location is in East of England, United Kingdom, making it an attractive opportunity for local businesses in the architectural industry.

## Notice

East Suffolk Council (ESC) is working in partnership with Historic England to deliver a PSiCA (Partnership Scheme in a Conservation Area) in the Historic Quarter of Lowestoft. This scheme builds on the recently completed North Lowestoft Heritage Action Zone (NLHAZ), delivered in partnership with Lowestoft Town Council, East Suffolk Building Preservation Trust and Lowestoft Vision. The Historic Quarter, Lowestoft PSiCA launched in April 2023 and will end in March 2026. East Suffolk Council is looking to buy in the services of a conservation accredited architect to help support the scheme on an "as and when required basis" throughout the life of the 3-year grant scheme. The PSiCA will provide funding for the repair and restoration of historic buildings on the High Street of North Lowestoft, with a particular focus on frontages and reinstating original shopfront features. Additional information: The tender documentation is free to access on the following link. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/eastsuffolk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/046602ce-0c11-4f1f-ac64-a9186ddb0037 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jul 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL |
| Locality | WOODBRIDGE |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP12 1RT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Melton |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71210000 - Advisory architectural services
- 71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

## Release History

- 18 Jul 2023 at 13:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/046602ce-0c11-4f1f-ac64-a9186ddb0037

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/046602ce-0c11-4f1f-ac64-a9186ddb0037
  18th July 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/eastsuffolk/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/eastsuffolk

## Provenance

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