---
title: "Contractor Position"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060c4b"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060c4b.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-22"
---

# Contractor Position

Buyer: SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060c4b

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Southend-on-Sea City Council, located at the Civic Centre on Victoria Avenue, Essex, aimed to select a contractor to provide architectural and structural masterplanning services for the Better Queensway housing scheme. This procurement falls under the "services" category within the engineering industry, specifically pertaining to miscellaneous engineering and construction consultancy services, and serves the Southend-on-Sea region (UKH31). The procurement stage is the Award stage, having been completed on 22nd January 2026, with the contract signed on 31st December 2025. The contractual work commenced on 1st January 2026, with completion anticipated by 31st March 2026. The procurement method was below threshold with an unknown process type, allowing more flexibility in supplier selection.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in engineering and construction consultancies, to engage in impactful regional redevelopment projects like the Better Queensway. The venture is well-suited for firms like CIVIC ENGINEERS LIMITED, which possess expertise in engineering and infrastructure development. By participating in such public projects, businesses can showcase their capabilities, expand their portfolio in prestigious civic projects, and strengthen their position in the government procurement market, potentially leading to further opportunities within the public sector. Engaging in these projects enhances business growth and fosters community development through innovative architectural solutions.

## Notice

Seeking a contractor to provide an architectural and structural masterplan for an existing housing scheme within the Better Queensway project

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005788-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £49,800 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTHEND-ON-SEA |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS2 6FA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |
| Local authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Southend East and Rochford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CIVIC ENGINEERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71330000 - Miscellaneous engineering services
- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2026 at 14:08 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005788-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005788-2026
  22nd January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.team-civic.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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