Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cd1-9355-73d7-bdd8-773fc4d31581/project-architect closed GB negotiated without publication procedure Suitable for SMEs # Project Architect [St John's Church](https://tendernation.io/buyers/st-johns-church) Estimated value £10,000 Published 12 Dec 2023 Deadline Closed 5 Jan 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender We are seeking an experienced & dedicated conservation Architect. In brief, the work will include: • using existing drawings and specifications to deliver repairs & improvements to St John's Church, including the addition of new facilities & incorporation of heritage interpretation developed during the project, taking the project from the current RIBA Stage 4 to Stage 7 • working effectively alongside other professionals & appointed contractors, staff & volunteers to ensure the smooth running of and best outcome for the project within the expected timescale. St John's Church in Doddington, South Shropshire was built 175 years ago for the local rural but industrial community and this project is designed to develop this GII listed building to become more relevant to & continue to play its part in the community as well as being a resource for visitors & schools and sustainable as an organisation & building. This will include refurbishing 6 significant cast-iron windows, other fabric repairs & work on the west end of the building to make it accessible & add a WC, kitchen area & area of heritage interpretation, incorporating elements created with local artisans during the activities. The whole project is expected to last 12 months with the fabric work finishing after the first 6-8 months (with a snagging meeting 12 months after the interim certificate is signed). A more detailed description of the project and the Brief for the Project Architect can be obtained by contacting and the plans and specifications can be viewed in St John's Church. ### Award criteria • A proposal should include • a fee structure • a project structure • examples of similar projects with contact details for references • the fee structure should be based on the plans currently being at RIBA Stage 4 (except for Building Regulations Application for the WC) with the Faculty in place, and taking the project through to Stage 7 Proposals submitted will be assessed against the following questions: • To what extent does the proposal demonstrate an understanding of the issues related to this brief? • To what extent is the proposal appropriate to the requirements set out in this brief? • What degree of experience does the bidder demonstrate in order to successfully complete the work? • To what extent does the fee structure proposal fit with our budget? Please apply by email to Read full description ## CPV classification Architectural and related services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/f635b4b8-6c6e-42c6-bec4-98b2b9cd8917) 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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