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title: "University of Sunderland - Architect Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03522f"
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# University of Sunderland - Architect Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03522f

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland has completed an Architect Framework procurement process for consultancy services. The framework agreement aims to appoint 3 consultants for a 2-year term, extendable for 2 more years. The estimated value is £175k per annum, allowing for potential additional spend of 50%. The University may seek external funding from various bodies for projects under this framework. The procurement method used was an open procedure.

This tender by the University of Sunderland for Architect Consultancy services creates opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses in the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services sector. Businesses capable of providing high-quality services and demonstrating cost competitiveness are well-suited to compete in this procurement. The active status of the tender indicates ongoing business growth possibilities for interested suppliers.

## Notice

The University seeks to develop a framework agreement for Architect Consultancy services.It is envisaged that 3 consultants will be appointed to the Framework. A typical schedule of services required can be found in Appendix F.Estimated value of this framework is :- PS175k per annumFor the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award we reserve the right to spend a further 50% of the anticipated spend subject to changes in University requirements or changes to legislation.The framework will run for a period of 2 years with an option to extend for a further two years in annual increments.Any commissions under this contract or framework maybe subject to external funding from bodies such as Arts Council, ERDF, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP etc. and the successful suppliers will be expected to work with the University on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive.Expressions

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University seeks to develop a framework agreement for Architect Consultancy services.It is envisaged that 3 consultants will be appointed to the Framework. A typical schedule of services required can be found in Appendix F.Estimated value of this framework is :- PS175k per annumFor the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award we reserve the right to spend a further 50% of the anticipated spend subject to changes in University requirements or changes to legislation.The framework will run for a period of 2 years with an option to extend for a further two years in annual increments.Any commissions under this contract or framework maybe subject to external funding from bodies such as Arts Council, ERDF, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP etc. and the successful suppliers will be expected to work with the University on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive. Additional information: It is anticipated that some projects may be part or fully funded by external streams, including European Union (EU) funding (ERDF/ESIF) and potential research bodies, etc.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030077-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Oct 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,050,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLC23 Sunderland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | BUILDING DESIGN (NORTHERN; NORR CONSULTANTS; SPACE ARCHITECTS (EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2022 at 14:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030077-2022
- 14 Jul 2022 at 16:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019335-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home
- https://www.sunderland.ac.uk

## Provenance

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