---
title: "Design Consultancy Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0526b6"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0526b6.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-12"
---

# Design Consultancy Framework

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0526b6

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has initiated a procurement process for a Design Consultancy Framework, intended to last up to seven years. This particular framework encompasses various disciplines, including architects and project management. The main industry category for this project is 'works', specifically construction work and architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement status is in the 'planned' stage, with a contract period set from 15th September 2026 to 14th September 2032. Interested parties should take note of the forthcoming notice set for 1st August 2025. The procurement process will be conducted as a framework agreement, which indicates a structured and standardised process suitable for multiple service providers.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in architecture, project management, and other related services have a prime opportunity to contribute to substantial long-term projects. The opportunity is well-suited for firms located in or capable of servicing the UKF24 region, where West Northamptonshire Council resides. Aspiring bidders should be prepared to engage in a framework agreement, allowing for periodic and outstanding services across the contract's tenure. This framework not only provides a chance to secure an extensive engagement with a public authority but also leverages business stability through a consistent stream of projects over several years.

## Notice

Design and Consultancy Framework up to 7 years for various disciplines for West Northamptonshire Council , including architects, project management, full service specification to follow

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031992-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2026 - 14 Sep 2032 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2025 at 13:57 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031992-2025
- 27 May 2025 at 09:49 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027631-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031992-2025
  12th June 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027631-2025
  27th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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