Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c8d-e690-73b2-94d6-47e2bf501c76/rbgkew1055-icw-architects-framework [Skip to main content](#main-content) closedGBopen procedureSuitable for SMEs # RBGKEW1055 ICW Architects Framework [Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew](https://tendernation.io/buyers/royal-botanic-gardens-kew) Estimated value £4,000,000 Published 4 Apr 2022 Deadline Closed 4 May 2022 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](/opportunities/for-small-businesses)## About this tender Consultant Framework (Architect) ### At Royal Botanic Gardens Kew ### RBGKEW1055 The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens ("RBGKEW") wishes to establish a framework to undertake Architecture Consultancy support required to help develop, design and deliver projects within its programme of projects. ### Background / Expected projects & Developments Though considerable improvements have been made in the last few years, RBG Kew currently has a significant defect liability that requires action. The extent of the backlog and a method of identifying the most urgent works was drawn up in 2018 via the completion of a site wide elemental condition survey and risk assessment. This piece of work of has been built-on and aligned with Kew's Sustainability and Energy Plans, which are targeting a carbon positive estate by 2030, to create a new five-year programme of work across the two estates. This programme consists of infrastructure improvement, refurbishment, and conservation projects. Though not all the projects within the programme relate to listed or protected assets, conservation knowledge and design experience is required to ensure the projects are developed in a sensitive way, respectful of Kew's status as a world Heritage Site. ### How to apply - Tendering Portal [defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html](https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html) Please use the link above to find the full instructions and apply for this tender opportunity. If you are not already registered you will need to do so first. Once registered and logged in the details of the tender are as follows: Tender name: Additional information: Consultant Framework (Architect) At Royal Botanic Gardens Kew ### RBGKEW1055 The maximum total cumulative contract value is expected to be in the region of between zero and £1m per year excluding VAT, individual call-offs against the framework will vary in contract value and are subject to the requirements of RBG KEW. For full instructions and How to apply - Tendering Portal [defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html](https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html) Please use the link above to find the full instructions and apply for this tender opportunity. If you are not already registered you will need to do so first. Once registered and logged in the details of the tender are as follows: Tender name: ### Ref: itt\_10032 ### Project:project\_36088 - RBGKEW1055 ICW Architects Framework Read full description ## CPV classification Architectural and related services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice ](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/3896be1f-ee7c-42c3-a588-6ca433fb6519) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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