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title: "Architectural Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ce8971cc-0298-47c9-b1b8-83a7b64176a9"
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published: "2018-12-19"
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# Architectural Services

Buyer: BPHA LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ce8971cc-0298-47c9-b1b8-83a7b64176a9

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## Summary

BPHA Limited is seeking to establish an Architects Framework through an open procurement process for the provision of architectural services. This initiative aims to assist in the delivery of 3,000 new affordable homes across the Oxford to Cambridge Corridor over the next five years. The tender, identified as "Architectural Services," is currently in the Tender stage with a submission deadline of 31 January 2019. The expected start date for contracts is 1 April 2019, with a contract period running until 31 March 2024. The services fall under the category of architectural and related services, with the contract value estimated between £2 million and £4.5 million, targeting the East of England region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for architectural firms looking to expand their portfolio, particularly those able to cater to affordable housing and retirement community schemes. Companies specialising in design services for new builds, fit-outs, refurbishments, and demolitions will particularly benefit from this framework. The division of works into various lots based on contract value allows for participation from both smaller and larger firms, making it an attractive proposition for SMEs aiming to contribute to the delivery of socially impactful housing developments.

## Notice

bpha is looking to establish an Architecs Framework to assist in the delivery of 3000 new affordable homes over the next five years, throughout the Oxford to Cambridge Corridor. Additionally, bpha is also planning to deliver new homes for private sale through its subsidiary, Bushmead Homes. It is envisaged that the appointed Architects will provide design services for new build, fit-out, refurbishment and demolition projects up to and including RIBA stage Three within the following lots determined by overall scheme contract value. Lot 1 - Affordable Rent and Shared Ownership housing schemes: PS0 to PS10million, above PS10million. Lot 2 - Retirement Community Schemes: PS0 to PS10million, above PS10million. Lot 3 - Bushmead Homes schemes: PS0 to PS10million, above PS10million. Please register your company to view, download and submit tender documents: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bphalimited/aspx/Home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b994912-33a5-42e6-be81-06ee4406cfb1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,500,000 |
| 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 | BPHA LIMITED |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK41 7BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Harpur |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2018 at 11:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b994912-33a5-42e6-be81-06ee4406cfb1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b994912-33a5-42e6-be81-06ee4406cfb1
  19th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bphalimited/aspx/Home
  bpha Procurement Portal

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