---
title: "Castle Gardens - Architectural Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067860"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-30"
---

# Castle Gardens - Architectural Services

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067860

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a contract for architectural services related to the Castle Gardens project. This procurement falls under the industry category of architectural design services and is conducted through a direct procurement method, under the below-threshold without competition scheme. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with a contract signed on 12th March 2026 and set to conclude on 30th April 2026. The project location spans several regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The gross value of this contract is £57,120, with the net amount being £47,600 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the architectural and design services industry, particularly those specialised in coordinated structural design. Firms such as Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in architectural design can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio and engage in public infrastructure projects. The council's approach, which does not require competition due to its below-threshold nature, facilitates easier access for smaller businesses seeking to enter or expand their presence in the public sector. MIKHAIL RICHES LTD, the supplier selected for this project, exemplifies the type of SME positioned to benefit from such contracts and highlights the potential for similar enterprises to secure future opportunities in related public procurement projects.

## Notice

Architectural and wider design team services required for a coordinated Stage 1 design of Castle Gardens.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029345-2026 |
| 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 | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £47,600 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MIKHAIL RICHES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 16:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029345-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029345-2026
  30th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.mikhailriches.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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