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title: "Architectural Services for the construction of DISC III - new offices and laboratories at Harwell Campus, Didcot"
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buyer: "SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED"
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# Architectural Services for the construction of DISC III - new offices and laboratories at Harwell Campus, Didcot

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6e743bfa-fc15-4612-bc67-111f96afe176

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the provision of architectural services for the construction of the DISC III centre at Harwell Campus in Didcot, purchased by Satellite Applications Catapult Limited. This open tender, identified as RFQ FY19-40, has a total budget of £165,000, with the tender period closing on 5 March 2019. The contract period is set to commence on 18 March 2019 and will extend until 31 March 2020. The project falls under the category of architectural and related services and is specifically targeted at registered architects with a track record in similar UK projects.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural services, especially those with experience in delivering projects using traditional construction methods. Registered architects, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-suited to compete for this contract, as it requires expertise in the RIBA Stage 3 Developed Design process. The project’s competitive nature allows firms with the necessary qualifications and experience to obtain valuable work within the public procurement sector, enhancing their portfolio and reputation.

## Notice

The opportunity is open to Registered Architects with experience of delivering similar projects within the UK, the winning tenderer (henceforth called the Architect) will be expected to deliver the RIBA stage 3 Developed Design of the new 1100m2 DISC III centre at Harwell Campus, Didcot. It is proposed that the building be constructed using a traditional system and the Design must allow for this to be tendered competitively using the JCT Design & Build Contract (with amendments). The build budget will be PS2.6m including professional fees.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0f20c14-afc2-4a87-a649-9e4dcdac7ec6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £165,000 |
| 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 | SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Hendreds |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2019 at 16:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0f20c14-afc2-4a87-a649-9e4dcdac7ec6
- 13 Feb 2019 at 16:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0f20c14-afc2-4a87-a649-9e4dcdac7ec6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0f20c14-afc2-4a87-a649-9e4dcdac7ec6
  26th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/229d8598-552c-4771-a17d-626d3493798c
  Invitation to tender documents
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/61d83126-ad7d-42e6-9527-0c2ae96f8d86
  Terms of Purchase
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4ad892e1-b454-4f42-8ded-3d948a75938e
  Q&A Generated in the process

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