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title: "Specialist Internal Structural Concrete Investigations for the Civic Centre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d787"
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published: "2025-10-31"
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# Specialist Internal Structural Concrete Investigations for the Civic Centre

Buyer: PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d787

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## Summary

Plymouth City Council has completed a public procurement process for "Specialist Internal Structural Concrete Investigations for the Civic Centre." The project falls under the industry category of structural engineering consultancy services, situated in Plymouth, United Kingdom. The procurement, identified as contract ID 27802, followed a direct procurement method below the threshold, and was executed without competition. The process focused on structural and durability defect repairs, with a completion stage as of 31st October 2025. The contract, awarded to VCS Durability Engineering, commenced on 1st December 2025 and is set to conclude on 27th March 2026. The gross value of the contract is £63,810.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the structural engineering consultancy sector, especially those with expertise in structural defect repairs and durability maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises like VCS Durability Engineering, the awarded supplier, who can offer specialised services in corrosion protection and concrete patch repairs, would be well-suited to such contracts. The emphasis on sub-central government projects underscores potential growth avenues for enterprises proficient in maintaining and enhancing public infrastructure. Engaging in similar tenders can aid businesses in expanding their portfolio and securing long-term governmental contracts.

## Notice

Structural investigations to define the following remedial works: * Structural defect repairs (e.g. strengthening works) * Durability defect repairs (e.g. reinforced concrete patch repairs, crack repairs) * 50-year corrosion protection (e.g. protective coatings, catholic protection)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069917-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £53,175 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL1 3BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | St Peter and the Waterfront |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VCS DURABILITY ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

## Release History

- 31 Oct 2025 at 08:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069917-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069917-2025
  31st October 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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