---
title: "Architect Consultancy"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06872d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-21"
---

# Architect Consultancy

Buyer: BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06872d

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## Summary

The contracting process for Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, a sub-central public authority in Blackburn, United Kingdom, involves the provision of architect consultancy services for designing a residential facility for children with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviour. The procurement process is in the award stage with the contract signed on the 27th of March 2026, and the delivery period spans from 1st April 2026 to 30th September 2027. The procurement method used is 'direct', categorised under 'below threshold - without competition'. The main industry category is architectural services, with the service being delivered in the UKD41 region. The project adheres to the legal framework outlined in UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in architectural services, particularly those engaged in designing healthcare facilities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) focused on architecture, engineering, or construction services can gain a foothold in public sector work by leveraging their expertise in specialised designs for vulnerable groups. With an active contract valued at £70,000, architects and consultancy firms can showcase their skills and potentially expand their portfolio within the public authority sector. John Puttick Associates Limited, an SME, is already actively involved, indicating a conducive environment for similar entities to participate and thrive.

## Notice

Design Team for a residential facility for children with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviour.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036017-2026 |
| 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 | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £70,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKBURN |
| Post town | Blackburn |
| Postcode | BB1 7DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |
| Local authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Electoral ward | Blackburn Central |
| Westminster constituency | Blackburn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JOHN PUTTICK ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2026 at 10:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036017-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036017-2026
  21st April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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