Scope
Reference
Provision of Architect Services for LNER Projects and Works
Description
LNER invites you to tender to be appointed on to a framework for the provision of architect services in accordance with the schedule of services attached to this ITT.
The proposed contract is for a duration of two years, with an option for LNER to extend for further one-year periods up to a maximum of 3 years
The contract shall be awarded to up to a maximum of three suppliers to carry out the services under the framework agreement who will then operate on a rotational basis
This agreement will allow us to direct award services up to a maximum construction value of £2m.
Works will be varied and on any station on our route, such as (not limited to)
• New waiting Rooms
• Redesigns of current spaces
• Wayfinding
• Spatial planning
• Major refurbishments
• Capex/Opex schemes via SAMP
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2027
- Possible extension to 31 August 2028
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
12 month extension option.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71500000 - Construction-related services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKM - Scotland
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
3
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Further information about fees
No fees.
Framework operation description
Full schedule of rates for services and project value bands
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
14 July 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders will need to be submitted via the Oracle Fusion tendering portal.
If you already have an account registered, please email Procurement@lner.co.uk to be added to the tender project area. You will not be able to register a new account with the same company details.
For new suppliers registering for this tender, please follow the link and register below.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
29 August 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Questions Evaluation | Quality | 50% | |
| Pricing | Price | 40% | |
| Social Value Evaluation | To be submitted, evaluated and tracked via the Social Value Portal |
Quality | 10% |
Other information
Payment terms
Invoices shall be paid under the 30 day payment terms and Invoices should all be submitted electronically with a valid Purchase Order number quoted.
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Contracting authority
LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY LIMITED
- Companies House: 04659712
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQZP-5496-ZTHY
West Offices
York
YO1 6GA
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@lner.co.uk
Website: http://www.lner.co.uk
Region: UKE21 - York
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)