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title: "Gentoo - The Bridges Canopy Architect"
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# Gentoo - The Bridges Canopy Architect

Buyer: PROSPER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c44eea95-da33-4e05-af60-109db29e40fb

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Gentoo - The Bridges Canopy Architect," managed by Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER), has reached its award stage. The buyer, PROSPER, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, is overseeing the appointment of an architect to conduct canopy installation works at the Solar, Astral, and Planet Tower Blocks, situated in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The contract falls under the industry category of Architectural, Construction, Engineering, and Inspection services (CPV: 71000000). The process utilised a direct award method under a framework agreement, with the award being made official on 25th June 2026. The contract period spans from 26th June 2026 to 30th November 2026, valued at £52,176 GBP.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for architectural firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to contribute to notable infrastructure works. Companies with expertise in architectural design and construction services will find this project well-suited to their capabilities, given that the winning bidder, Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited, is also an SME. This could foster growth and enhance reputations in the competitive architectural sector. Interested parties should focus on engaging in similar future opportunities by aligning with framework agreements to increase their visibility and potential to secure direct awards.

## Notice

Gentoo Group seek to appoint an Architect in connection with canopy installation works at the Solar, Astral and Planet Tower Blocks. 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. DN679373 - Design & Consultancy Services Framework [FTS Reference:2023/S 000-025741]

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68a50990-a0e5-4f7c-97ab-23c88219b073 |
| 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 | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Jun 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,176 |
| 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

- 21 Jul 2026 at 08:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68a50990-a0e5-4f7c-97ab-23c88219b073

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68a50990-a0e5-4f7c-97ab-23c88219b073
  21st July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://prosper.uk.com/

## Provenance

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