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title: "Gentoo - Architectural Services for Clinton Place"
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# Gentoo - Architectural Services for Clinton Place

Buyer: PROSPER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-67cbc1ec-e287-4762-9b26-d7d285d30961

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Gentoo Group seeking architectural services for the new build development at Clinton Place, managed by Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER), based in Newcastle upon Tyne. This contract has been awarded through a Direct Award under the Design & Consultancy Services Framework with reference DN579881. The award, valued at £240,000, went to Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited, with the contract running from 1st February 2026 to 31st January 2031. The industry category is within architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, specifically serving the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is in the 'Award' category, highlighting the completion and assignment of the contract through a direct procurement method.

This contract offers opportunities for SMEs within the architectural services industry, particularly those specialising in new build developments and consultancy services. Companies residing in or familiar with the North East UK region will be well-suited to compete in similar procurements. The successful bidder, Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited, represents an example of a small to medium-sized enterprise thriving in this niche. Engaging in such frameworks can aid in business growth by securing long-term contracts and building relationships with key public sector organisations like PROSPER.

## Notice

Gentoo Group seeks to appoint a consultant to provide Architectural Services for Clinton Place new build development. Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER) is managing this procurement on behalf of the Contracting Body. PLEASE NOTE: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under a Framework Agreement and this contract has been let. Additional information: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under Framework Ref: DN579881 - Design & Consultancy Services Framework. FTS Reference:2021/S 000-030132

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd50b266-0940-41e2-a394-3a1f9350eeee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £240,000 |
| 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 | PROSPER |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE28 9NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Tynemouth |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLAKE HOPKINSON ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 09:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd50b266-0940-41e2-a394-3a1f9350eeee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd50b266-0940-41e2-a394-3a1f9350eeee
  2nd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://prosper.uk.com/

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