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# Project Architect

Buyer: ST JOHN'S CHURCH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f635b4b8-6c6e-42c6-bec4-98b2b9cd8917

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## Summary

The St John's Church in Doddington, South Shropshire is seeking a Project Architect for a conservation project. The project involves refurbishing the church building, including adding new facilities, windows, and heritage interpretation elements. The procurement method is a competitive quotation below threshold, with a tender period ending on January 5, 2024. The contract period is set to start on January 16, 2024, and end on May 31, 2024.

This tender opportunity from St John's Church offers a chance for businesses in architectural and related services to compete. The project focuses on conservation work and heritage interpretation, making it suitable for firms with experience in similar projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, with the opportunity providing a 12-month project duration and a contract value of £10,000 in GBP.

## Notice

We are seeking an experienced & dedicated conservation Architect. In brief, the work will include: * using existing drawings and specifications to deliver repairs & improvements to St John's Church, including the addition of new facilities & incorporation of heritage interpretation developed during the project, taking the project from the current RIBA Stage 4 to Stage 7 * working effectively alongside other professionals & appointed contractors, staff & volunteers to ensure the smooth running of and best outcome for the project within the expected timescale. St John's Church in Doddington, South Shropshire was built 175 years ago for the local rural but industrial community and this project is designed to develop this GII listed building to become more relevant to & continue to play its part in the community as well as being a resource for visitors & schools and sustainable as an organisation & building. This will include refurbishing 6 significant cast-iron windows, other fabric repairs & work on the west end of the building to make it accessible & add a WC, kitchen area & area of heritage interpretation, incorporating elements created with local artisans during the activities. The whole project is expected to last 12 months with the fabric work finishing after the first 6-8 months (with a snagging meeting 12 months after the interim certificate is signed). A more detailed description of the project and the Brief for the Project Architect can be obtained by contacting stjohnsdoddington@gmail.com and the plans and specifications can be viewed in St John's Church. Award criteria * A proposal should include * a fee structure * a project structure * examples of similar projects with contact details for references * the fee structure should be based on the plans currently being at RIBA Stage 4 (except for Building Regulations Application for the WC) with the Faculty in place, and taking the project through to Stage 7 Proposals submitted will be assessed against the following questions: * To what extent does the proposal demonstrate an understanding of the issues related to this brief? * To what extent is the proposal appropriate to the requirements set out in this brief? * What degree of experience does the bidder demonstrate in order to successfully complete the work? * To what extent does the fee structure proposal fit with our budget? Please apply by email to stjohnsdoddington@gmail.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/295eedee-ca05-4f12-81fb-657e7c37fbe6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Jan 2024 - 31 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ST JOHN'S CHURCH |
| Locality | KIDDERMINSTER |
| Post town | Dudley |
| Postcode | DY14 0HL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire |
| Local authority | Shropshire |
| Electoral ward | Cleobury Mortimer |
| Westminster constituency | South Shropshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2023 at 17:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/295eedee-ca05-4f12-81fb-657e7c37fbe6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/295eedee-ca05-4f12-81fb-657e7c37fbe6
  12th December 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0a338a11-2074-411a-bdc2-459c2376bed6
  Brief for Project Architect

## Notice URLs

- https://achurchnearyou.com/church/10505/

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