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title: "GB-Colchester: 0424 - Architectural Design Consultants"
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# GB-Colchester: 0424 - Architectural Design Consultants

Buyer: COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dbb1053b-c904-4c6e-a7bb-0459aa70f971

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## Summary

The public procurement contracting process was conducted by Colchester City Council for the project titled "GB-Colchester: 0424 - Architectural Design Consultants". The procurement sought to appoint an architectural practice to provide services for a historical project in the East of England, United Kingdom. It involved architectural and related services, classified under CPV codes 71200000, 45212350, and 71220000. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the tendering process has reached the award stage, with an award date of 19 May 2025. The awarded contract's value is £364,000, and it spans from 2 June 2025 to 30 June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in architectural services, particularly in projects involving buildings of historical interest. The involvement in such prestigious projects not only enhances the portfolio of participating firms but also strengthens their position in the architectural services market. Businesses with robust experience in historical and conservation-focused projects are especially well-suited to compete, given the demand for specialised skills and accreditation. The awarded supplier, Purcell Architecture Ltd, exemplifies successful navigation of such open procurement processes, providing a benchmark for similar enterprises aiming for growth in this industry.

## Notice

Colchester City Council (the Council) wishes to commission an experienced professionally qualified RIBA Architectural practice to be part of this upcoming iconic project and to provide Architectural Services and all other relevant disciplines up to and including a Full Planning Application Submission. Due to the nature of the project, the practice will also require conservation accreditation with the named lead architect able to demonstrate at least 5 years of relevant experience of listed buildings. The commission is for full service from RIBA stage 1 to RIBA Stage 6/7 and detailed design but will include a break clause at RIBA Stage 3 for submission to the National Lottery Heritage Fund, May 2026. Completion to detailed design will be contingent on the acquisition of round two funding and the exact timescales for the necessary contract extension will be confirmed with the successful contractor. Further details of the requirements can be found in the accompanying documents Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca472ebc-4a2b-4eff-a505-3338e829c87d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £364,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £364,000 |
| 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 | COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO3 3WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PURCELL ARCHITECTURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 20 May 2025 at 12:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca472ebc-4a2b-4eff-a505-3338e829c87d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca472ebc-4a2b-4eff-a505-3338e829c87d
  20th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=949318462
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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