---
title: "Architectural and Principal Designer Services for Decarbonisation Phase 2"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065fc4"
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published: "2026-03-02"
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# Architectural and Principal Designer Services for Decarbonisation Phase 2

Buyer: NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065fc4

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## Summary

The procurement process led by North Hertfordshire District Council involves the provision of architectural and principal designer services for the Decarbonisation Phase 2 project. Situated in Letchworth Garden City, United Kingdom, the council awarded the contract to Saunders Boston Limited for its expertise in architectural services. The procurement phase is in the award and contract stage, having been signed on 17 February 2026 with official notices published on 2 March 2026. This direct procurement, valued at £105,435 GBP, was executed below the threshold without competition, encompassing tasks related to the Building Safety Act 2022 and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. The project spans from 18 February 2026 to 11 February 2028, focused within the region UKH2.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural services, particularly those with capabilities in sustainable design and compliance with safety regulations. Saunders Boston Limited's involvement highlights the project's alignment with firms possessing SME status and an understanding of decarbonisation efforts. Given the direct procurement nature, businesses with established relationships or specialised credentials in the sector may find this type advantageous. Organisations focused on expanding into public sector contracts in sustainability-driven projects, particularly those adept at working within regulatory frameworks, would be well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities.

## Notice

Provision of architectural services and undertaking role of Principal Designer under the Building Safety Act (BSA) 2022 and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 in relation to the Decarbonisation Phase 2 project. This notice covers the following contracts and values which are provided in good faith and in the interest of transparency as they relate to the same requirement: * Architectural services - PS93,435.00 ex VAT * Principal Designer under CDM - PS6,000 ex VAT * Principal Designer under BSA - PS6,000 ex VAT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018504-2026 |
| 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 | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Feb 2026 - 11 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £105,435 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG6 3JF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | North Hertfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Letchworth South West |
| Westminster constituency | North East Hertfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAUNDERS BOSTON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2026 at 14:26 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018504-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018504-2026
  2nd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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