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title: "RIBA 4 Building Design"
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# RIBA 4 Building Design

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d03450f8-b415-4e7e-b652-a01d70525d6b

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, based in Salisbury, England, has completed the tendering process for the RIBA 4 Building Design. This procurement falls within the architectural design services category, with the call-off contract facilitated via the Scape Framework. The procurement method used was selective, indicating that the contract process involved a pre-selected list of suppliers. The total value of the contract is £2,865,186.39, with the contract period starting on 14 October 2025 and ending on 3 June 2027. The award date for the contract was 14 October 2025. The procurement stage is concluded, with the status marked as complete, and the award published on 17 October 2025.

This contract presents growth opportunities for large-scale organisations specialising in architectural design services, as highlighted by the awarded supplier, Morgan Sindall Group Plc. The involvement with the Scape Framework also suggests opportunities for businesses familiar with framework agreements, enhancing their competitiveness in future selective tendering processes. While suitable for larger businesses, opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs in this procurement might be limited due to the scale and structure of the tender. Engaging with such contracts can facilitate the establishment of strategic partnerships, offering long-term business growth aligned with public sector projects.

## Notice

RIBA 4 Design of new facility, placed via the Scape Framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d175e144-a922-496b-a350-3b438b0373f0 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Oct 2025 - 3 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,865,186 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,865,186 |
| 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 | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MORGAN SINDALL GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 17 Oct 2025 at 13:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d175e144-a922-496b-a350-3b438b0373f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d175e144-a922-496b-a350-3b438b0373f0
  17th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/813bffd5-39dd-4bb1-9747-8297f63910c0
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/ed3c4033-7cfa-4e63-b85c-7c48ea5a0e52

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