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title: "Ground Investigation Works for Castle Car Park & Eye of York"
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buyer: "CITY OF YORK COUNCIL"
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# Ground Investigation Works for Castle Car Park & Eye of York

Buyer: CITY OF YORK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cff78695-0757-4527-8daf-e1e0b09bb86a

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## Summary

The City of York Council is seeking to engage suppliers for the "Ground Investigation Works for Castle Car Park & Eye of York" project, which falls under the category of architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with the tender period closing on 11th May 2021. The awarded contract is now active, having started on 28th June 2021 and scheduled to conclude on 27th December 2021. The works are located in York, Yorkshire and the Humber, specifically around Cliffords Tower, postcode Y01 9RY, and the total contract value stands at £40,000 GBP.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in ground investigation and surveying, as it supports the Castle Gateway Project, a significant public realm development. Companies that provide engineering, architectural, and construction services, particularly those classified as SMEs, would be well-positioned to participate in this project. Engaging in such local contracts can not only lead to immediate work but also enhance visibility and establish networks within the public sector, fostering long-term business growth.

## Notice

The Ground Investigations are required as part of the Castle Gateway Project, specifically Phase 2 Castle Car Park and Eye of York. This involves development of the public realm in the area around Cliffords Tower, Y01 9RY.The purpose of these survey works is to determine the ground conditions to inform the proposed public realm development proposals. The surveys are to be carried out on behalf of the City of York Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5f2bec9-58d9-4a75-b725-549829e128ad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 27 Jun 2021 - 27 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,280 |
| 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 | CITY OF YORK COUNCIL |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Micklegate |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2021 at 07:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5f2bec9-58d9-4a75-b725-549829e128ad
- 23 Apr 2021 at 14:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3ddd2dc-64d8-4a4a-b884-67bac5b2e511

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5f2bec9-58d9-4a75-b725-549829e128ad
  20th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3ddd2dc-64d8-4a4a-b884-67bac5b2e511
  23rd April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=e7153f4e-1aa4-eb11-810c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True
  Link to YORtender to view documents and submit a bid

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