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title: "Guildford FAS - SOC-OBC - Early Supplier Engagement"
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# Guildford FAS - SOC-OBC - Early Supplier Engagement

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ccfad4a2-a57c-4385-a0fc-470bb29ee69c

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## Summary

The procurement process is managed by Defra for the project titled "Guildford FAS - SOC-OBC - Early Supplier Engagement." This project falls under the industry category of construction consultancy services. The procurement stage is currently at the Award phase, with the contract awarded to BAM Nuttall Ltd. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 20 January 2025, the contract starting on 21 January 2025 and ending on 19 October 2026. The project is located in Reading (postal code RG1 8DQ) within the South East region of the United Kingdom, and the total contract value is £56,320.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in construction consultancy services to engage early with Defra, offering potential for further collaboration within public sector projects. Additionally, businesses with experience in similar frameworks are well-suited to compete, given the selective procurement method used. Although the opportunity is not particularly tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger consultancy firms can leverage this project to expand their portfolio and secure a foothold in governmental engagements within the construction sector.

## Notice

Guildford FAS - SOC-OBC - Early Supplier Engagement NEC PSC Option C

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43642872-5d63-4e85-8c11-4408f83a138a |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2025 - 19 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £56,320 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £56,320 |
| 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 | DEFRA |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG1 8DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Reading |
| Electoral ward | Thames |
| Westminster constituency | Reading Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAM NUTTALL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2025 at 18:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43642872-5d63-4e85-8c11-4408f83a138a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43642872-5d63-4e85-8c11-4408f83a138a
  3rd March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8a1d6d97-c25e-4de8-9988-f30422f07fe1
  EA Contract Tool rev 1.9.2a Guildford FAS SOC-OBC ESE PSC_Redacted

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