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title: "GB-MEA HOUSE: Lead Designer - Design Team"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f5717e20-eee6-4128-82c2-8e5da67ba078"
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buyer: "NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY"
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# GB-MEA HOUSE: Lead Designer - Design Team

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f5717e20-eee6-4128-82c2-8e5da67ba078

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Northumbria University involves the award for a Lead Designer and Design Team, focusing on architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. This contract, awarded to NORR Consultants Limited, will address RIBA Stages 0-2, with a total contract value of £418,971. Located in the North East of the United Kingdom, the procurement reached the Award stage on 13 August 2025, following the tender period ending on 27 June 2025. The work period spans from 1 September 2025 to 1 December 2027.

This tender presents opportunities particularly for firms specializing in architectural and design services, especially those that are small to medium enterprises with the capability to handle public sector projects. Although this particular award does not have SME suitability specified, similar opportunities could still facilitate growth for businesses with expertise in design and project management. The association with a prestigious institution like Northumbria University could enhance the reputation and experience portfolio for involved firms.

## Notice

Lead Designer, Design Team Services Additional information: This award will be made according to RIBA Stages and budget availability/approval. The current award is for RIBA 0-2 only. Further stages will require additional approval and the University reserves the right not to award any part or in whole.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9883797e-3723-4e92-b551-c9ee0f549859 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 1 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £418,971 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £418,971 |
| 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 | NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 8ST |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORR CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2025 at 12:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9883797e-3723-4e92-b551-c9ee0f549859

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9883797e-3723-4e92-b551-c9ee0f549859
  13th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=962986286
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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