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title: "SHP Pillar 1e Design Assurance Delivery Partner DPS Competition"
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# SHP Pillar 1e Design Assurance Delivery Partner DPS Competition

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a4c2aa18-d029-455f-ade3-82e395373f9e

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## Summary

This procurement process was initiated by the UK Health Security Agency for the project titled "SHP Pillar 1e Design Assurance Delivery Partner DPS Competition." The contract, classified under design consultancy services, focuses on providing Design Validation, HAZOP, and HAZID expertise within the Science Hub Programme. The procurement method used was selective, with the award being a call-off from a framework agreement. The award is valued at £1,379,311, with the contracting period set from 29th September 2025 to 31st March 2026. The service delivery is based in London, England, with postal code E14 4PU. As of 24th September 2025, the tender is at the award stage, with MERRICK & COMPANY UK LIMITED identified as the supplier.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in design consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in safety and validation processes within scientific and technological environments. Although it was not suited for SMEs or VCSEs, the tender could accommodate large enterprises capable of handling complex technical services. Companies with a strong portfolio in engineering consultancy and project management for public health or technological projects would find this contract particularly advantageous for business growth, offering a chance to collaborate closely with a prominent government body. The completion of such a project can enhance a company’s standing and visibility in the public procurement sector.

## Notice

Provision of Design Validation, HAZOP and HAZID Subject Matter Expertise and Professional Services for the Science Hub Programme for Site wide requirements (Science, Estates, Facilities, and Technology)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39e692fc-9e98-49fa-8054-98b234901b18 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,379,311 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,379,311 |
| 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 | UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MERRICK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79415200 - Design consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2025 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39e692fc-9e98-49fa-8054-98b234901b18

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39e692fc-9e98-49fa-8054-98b234901b18
  8th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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