--- title: "Design Consultancy Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fb44f032-ca1b-48b4-b93d-1337e09e70d2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fb44f032-ca1b-48b4-b93d-1337e09e70d2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fb44f032-ca1b-48b4-b93d-1337e09e70d2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fb44f032-ca1b-48b4-b93d-1337e09e70d2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2022-01-19" --- # Design Consultancy Services Framework Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fb44f032-ca1b-48b4-b93d-1337e09e70d2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fb44f032-ca1b-48b4-b93d-1337e09e70d2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fb44f032-ca1b-48b4-b93d-1337e09e70d2.json) ## Summary West Northamptonshire Council is inviting tenders for a "Design Consultancy Services Framework," aimed at providing design and technical consultancy for various construction projects. This procurement falls under the services category and is classified as design consultancy services (CPV code: 79415200). The tender, which follows an open procedure above the threshold, is currently in the active phase and accepts applications until 21st February 2022. The contract is expected to commence on 4th April 2022 and will last until 3rd April 2026. Interested providers should note that the delivery addresses are primarily within East Midlands, United Kingdom, specifically in Northamptonshire, postal code NN1 1ED. This framework presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in design and technical consultancy within the construction sector, particularly those experienced in public sector projects. Suitable firms may include small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) offering services like architectural design, project management, building surveying, and structural engineering. Given the range of projects indicated, including educational buildings and public infrastructure, businesses that can deliver high-quality, customer-focused consultancy are encouraged to participate in this tendering process to enhance their market positioning and foster growth in the public contracts landscape. ## Notice West Northamptonshire Council wishes to appoint Framework Providers in 12 Lots to provide Design and Technical Consultancy Services for a range of construction projects. This framework is open for use by all current Council partners, including: o North Northamptonshire Council, Northampton Partnership Homes and other organisations delegating services and or functions to the Council; o by way of access agreement, this framework is also open to new Council customers seeking to utilise the Council's frameworks on an independent third party basis including: a. any city, district, borough or other local authority within the county of West Northamptonshire; b. any companies or organisations set up by participants in the Council; c. any school, academy, university or other educational establishment within the county of West Northamptonshire; and d. any Public Body outlined in either Part I or Part II of the Local Authorities (Goods and Services) (Public Bodies) Order 1972. Details of which can be found at http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1972/853/made. o Access to this framework by such bodies shall be solely controlled and managed by the Council, and the successful Potential Supplier(s) shall not accept any instructions under this framework other than from the Council. Applications are invited from experienced providers of Design and Technical Consultancy Services to the construction industry who can provide high quality professional services using a customer focussed approach, particularly in the Public Sector. The services to be provided are: 1 Architectural -- ?0 - ?1,999,999 2 Architectural -- ?2m plus 3 Building Surveying -- ?0 - ?1,999,999 4 Clerk of Works - ?0 -- ?2 plus 5 Mechanical & Electrical -- ?0 - ?1,999,999 6 Mechanical & Electrical -- ?2m plus 7 Project Management -- ?0 - ?1,999,999 8 Project Management -- ?2m plus 9 Quantity Surveying / Cost Consultancy -- ?0 - ?1,999,999 10 Quantity Surveying / Cost Consultancy -- ?2m plus 11 Structural & Civil Engineering -- ?0 - ?1,999,999 12 Structural & Civil Engineering -- ?2m plus Design and Technical Consultancy Services will be required for but not limited to education and social care, Health, Blue Light Services, Residential, community and public buildings. The Framework will cover construction works and will include, but not be limited to, new build, demolitions, capital replacements, extensions, repairs and renovation programs. Successful Framework Providers will be expected to have a demonstrable track record of providing these services for such premises and project type. Potential Providers will be appointed to the Framework through the overarching Framework Agreement and any subsequent award will also be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of the accompanying RIBA Architect or RIBA Consultant agreements, including Schedule of Amendments. The Framework will operate for a p... Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e536948-42c0-4e34-97ee-a4d1d5c8104f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Jan 2022 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Apr 2022 - 3 Apr 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN1 1ED | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Northampton North | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79415200 - Design consultancy services ## Release History - 19 Jan 2022 at 15:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e536948-42c0-4e34-97ee-a4d1d5c8104f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e536948-42c0-4e34-97ee-a4d1d5c8104f 19th January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1972/853/made ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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