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title: "Gentoo - The Mowbray - FRA & Balcony Works Architect"
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# Gentoo - The Mowbray - FRA & Balcony Works Architect

Buyer: PROSPER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec2bda3f-7859-478f-9e46-2c6ebfff5610

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Gentoo - The Mowbray - FRA & Balcony Works Architect" was managed by Prosper Procurement Ltd on behalf of the Gentoo Group. This contract, classified under the industry category of Architectural, Construction, Engineering, and Inspection Services, pertains to fire risk assessment and balcony remedial works at The Mowbray, Borough Road, Sunderland, located in the North East of the United Kingdom. The procurement followed a direct award method with the contract awarded on 15 May 2026. The contract period spans from 18 May 2026 to 30 November 2026, with the tender process having reached the award stage.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the architectural and design service sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, to enhance their growth prospects. With Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited successfully awarded the contract, it illustrates the potential for similar SMEs to collaborate on specialised projects that require expertise in both architectural services and compliance with fire safety standards. Engaging in such public procurement contracts provides a pathway for businesses to expand their portfolios and establish a presence in public sector projects.

## Notice

Gentoo Group seeks to appoint a suitably qualified Consultant to provide Architectural Services (Stages 0-6), BSA Principal Designer and CDM Principal Designer in respect to Fire Risk Assessment & Balcony Remedial Works at The Mowbray, Borough Road, Sunderland. Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER) is managing this procurement on behalf of the Contracting Body. PLEASE NOTE: This is an award notice following a Direct Award and this contract has been let. Additional information: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under Framework Ref. DN679373 - Design and Consultancy Services Framework [FTS Reference:2023/S 000-025741]

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c0421f8-a825-4bdc-8bbb-3df800fd8943 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 May 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,900 |
| 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 | PROSPER |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE28 9NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Tynemouth |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLAKE HOPKINSON ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2026 at 08:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c0421f8-a825-4bdc-8bbb-3df800fd8943

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c0421f8-a825-4bdc-8bbb-3df800fd8943
  3rd June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://prosper.uk.com/

## Provenance

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