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title: "Professional Appointment as Architect, Lead Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer"
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# Professional Appointment as Architect, Lead Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer

Buyer: THE CROWN ESTATE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-edccbf13-a607-4056-a2f2-04804b5d70af

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## Summary

The procurement process involves The Crown Estate as the buying organisation, seeking services for "Professional Appointment as Architect, Lead Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer." This contract falls under the industry category of architectural and related services with CPV code 71200000. The procurement took place in the United Kingdom and has progressed to the award stage, with the supplier contract having been completed. The tender was initiated via a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold, with the award being made to Dowen Farmer Architects Ltd. Key dates include the tender end date on 28 February 2024 and the contract period from 1 March 2024 to 31 May 2025, with the award published on 20 January 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for well-established architectural firms, particularly those with experience in lead design and compliance with building regulations. Although the procurement method was selective, it underscores the potential for businesses to tap into exclusive tenders, enhancing their portfolio and reputation by securing government contracts. The awarded contract, valued at £198,735, highlights the significance of direct procurement methods for businesses capable of offering bespoke services that meet specific government requirements. Large architectural firms can benefit from this type of engagement, particularly those that have established themselves as reliable partners for high-profile government or estate projects.

## Notice

Professional Appointment as Architect, Lead Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b8a0c93-bad3-4819-ab6c-c26f196ad9a1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2024 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £198,735 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £198,735 |
| 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 | THE CROWN ESTATE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1Y 4AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DOWEN FARMER ARCHITECTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 6 May 2025 at 08:39 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b8a0c93-bad3-4819-ab6c-c26f196ad9a1
- 20 Jan 2025 at 14:29 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b8a0c93-bad3-4819-ab6c-c26f196ad9a1
- 20 Jan 2025 at 10:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b8a0c93-bad3-4819-ab6c-c26f196ad9a1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b8a0c93-bad3-4819-ab6c-c26f196ad9a1
  6th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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