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title: "Precision Biosciences Innovation Hub (PBIH) - Architect Appointment"
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# Precision Biosciences Innovation Hub (PBIH) - Architect Appointment

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8983198f-66f3-4f11-a576-876b1b5adf27

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has completed the procurement process for the appointment of an architect for the Precision Biosciences Innovation Hub (PBIH) under RIBA Stage 1, with an option for Stage 2. The procurement, classified under 'Architectural and related services' (CPV code 71200000), utilised a selective method through a call-off from the National Framework Partnership for Architectural Services Lot 2. The process culminated in an award to Hawkins Brown Architecture Limited on 10th March 2025, with the contract period running from 10th March 2025 to 9th June 2025. The project will be located in the South East region of the United Kingdom and has a total contract value of £28,590 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in architectural and related services to engage with the University of Southampton, a notable contracting authority. Given its framework agreement structure and targeted service scope, businesses with strong experience in biosciences innovation facility design and an interest in expanding their portfolio through prestigious academic projects are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could enhance reputational standing and provide a foothold in high-value, technology-focused architectural services.

## Notice

The University of Southampton is appointing a suitably qualified architect to carry out architectural design, scoping and assessment services (at RIBA Stage 1 and optionally Stage 2) for the University's Precision Biosciences Innovation Hub (PBIH) facility. The appointment is a direct award under the National Framework Partnership - Architectural Services Lot 2 (Call-off Agreement reference 154724).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eafccab7-1633-426b-8407-059621e1da00 |
| 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 | 13 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Mar 2025 - 9 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,590 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,590 |
| 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 | HAWKINS BROWN ARCHITECTURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2025 at 14:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eafccab7-1633-426b-8407-059621e1da00

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eafccab7-1633-426b-8407-059621e1da00
  13th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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