Award

Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

• THE GUINNESS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

UK6: Contract award notice - Procurement Act 2023 - view information about notice types

Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-080348

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-050d49 (view related notices)

Published 5 December 2025, 4:49pm

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Scope

Description

The Guinness Partnership (TGP) is seeking to establish a multidisciplinary framework to deliver a range of development consultancy services across its nationwide portfolio. The framework will support the delivery of affordable housing, building safety, and regeneration projects, and will cover the following service areas:

• Employer's Agent - including contract administration, project management, and procurement advice.

• Cost Consultancy - full financial management of projects, including budgeting, tender review, and value engineering.

• CDM Advisor and Principal Designer - ensuring compliance with Construction Design and Management Regulations and promoting health and safety throughout the lifecycle of the works.

These services will be required across England, with a focus on key regions such as Greater Manchester, London, Brighton, Milton Keynes, Bristol, Gloucester, and Leeds. Flexibility and strong regional coverage are essential due to TGP's dispersed housing stock.

Commercial tool

Establishes an open framework

A series of frameworks with substantially the same terms. Awarded suppliers are carried over and new suppliers can bid.

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Lot 1. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (North Region)

Description

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both Cost Consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the North Region of England.Employer's Agent Service Objectives:Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches.Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements.Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle.Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes.Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support.Cost Consultancy Service Objectives:Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules.Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value.Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints.Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.Guinness intends to appoint 5 suppliers to this lot, although may appoint up to a maximum of 7 suppliers where final tender scores are significantly close. An objective methodology for this selection approach will be included within the ITT.

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Lot 2. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (South-East Region)

Description

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both Cost Consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the South-East Region of England.Employer's Agent Service Objectives:Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches.Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements.Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle.Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes.Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support.Cost Consultancy Service Objectives:Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules.Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value.Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints.Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.Guinness intends to appoint 5 suppliers to this lot, although may appoint up to a maximum of 7 suppliers where final tender scores are significantly close. An objective methodology for this selection approach will be included within the ITT.

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Lot 3. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (South-West Region)

Description

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both Cost Consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the South-West Region of England.Employer's Agent Service Objectives:Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches.Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements.Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle.Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes.Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support.Cost Consultancy Service Objectives:Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules.Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value.Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints.Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.

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Lot 4. CDM Advisor and Principal Designer (National Coverage)

Description

This lot seeks providers with the integrated capability to deliver both CDM Advisor and Principal Designer services, ensuring comprehensive support for health and safety compliance and risk management throughout all project stages, in line with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 on a National basis in England.

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Contract 1. Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

Lots

Lot 1. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (North Region)

Suppliers (5)

Contract value

• £8,955,000 excluding VAT
• £10,746,000 including VAT

Framework lot values may be shared with other lots

Above the relevant threshold

Award decision date

28 November 2025

Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers

28 November 2025

Standstill period

• End: 16 December 2025
• 8 working days

Earliest date the contract will be signed

31 December 2025

Contract dates (estimated)

• 31 December 2025 to 30 December 2028
• Possible extension to 30 December 2033
• 8 years

Description of possible extension:

3 years +3 years +2 years

Main procurement category

Services

CPV classifications

• 71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services
• 71315200 - Building consultancy services
• 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
• 71315300 - Building surveying services
• 73220000 - Development consultancy services

Contract locations

• UK - United Kingdom

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Contract 2

Lots

Lot 2. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (South-East Region)

Suppliers (5)

Contract value

• £8,955,000 excluding VAT
• £10,746,000 including VAT

Framework lot values may be shared with other lots

Above the relevant threshold

Award decision date

28 November 2025

Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers

28 November 2025

Standstill period

• End: 16 December 2025
• 8 working days

Earliest date the contract will be signed

31 December 2025

Contract dates (estimated)

• 31 December 2025 to 30 December 2028
• Possible extension to 30 December 2033
• 8 years

Description of possible extension:

3 years +3 years +2 years

Main procurement category

Services

CPV classifications

• 71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services
• 71315200 - Building consultancy services
• 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
• 71315300 - Building surveying services
• 73220000 - Development consultancy services

Contract locations

• UK - United Kingdom

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Contract 3

Lots

Lot 3. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (South-West Region)

Suppliers (5)

Contract value

• £7,000,000 excluding VAT
• £8,400,000 including VAT

Framework lot values may be shared with other lots

Above the relevant threshold

Award decision date

28 November 2025

Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers

28 November 2025

Standstill period

• End: 16 December 2025
• 8 working days

Earliest date the contract will be signed

31 December 2025

Contract dates (estimated)

• 31 December 2025 to 30 December 2028
• Possible extension to 30 December 2033
• 8 years

Description of possible extension:

3years +3 years +2 years

Main procurement category

Services

CPV classifications

• 71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services
• 71315200 - Building consultancy services
• 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
• 71315300 - Building surveying services
• 73220000 - Development consultancy services

Contract locations

• UK - United Kingdom

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Contract 4

Lots

Lot 4. CDM Advisor and Principal Designer (National Coverage)

Suppliers (6)

Contract value

• £8,390,000 excluding VAT
• £10,068,000 including VAT

Framework lot values may be shared with other lots

Above the relevant threshold

Award decision date

28 November 2025

Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers

28 November 2025

Standstill period

• End: 16 December 2025
• 8 working days

Earliest date the contract will be signed

31 December 2025

Contract dates (estimated)

• 31 December 2025 to 30 December 2028
• Possible extension to 30 December 2033
• 8 years

Description of possible extension:

3 years + 3 years + 2 years

Main procurement category

Services

CPV classifications

• 71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services
• 71315200 - Building consultancy services
• 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
• 71315300 - Building surveying services
• 73220000 - Development consultancy services

Contract locations

• UK - United Kingdom

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Information about tenders

Lot 1. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (North Region)

• 11 tenders received
• 11 tenders assessed in the final stage:
  • 4 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
  • 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
• 5 suppliers awarded contracts
• 6 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)

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Unsuccessful suppliers

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Lot 2. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (South-East Region)

• 12 tenders received
• 12 tenders assessed in the final stage:
  • 6 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
  • 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
• 5 suppliers awarded contracts
• 7 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)

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Unsuccessful suppliers

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Lot 3. Employer's Agent and Cost Consultancy (South-West Region)

• 11 tenders received
• 11 tenders assessed in the final stage:
  • 6 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
  • 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
• 5 suppliers awarded contracts
• 6 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)

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Unsuccessful suppliers

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Lot 4. CDM Advisor and Principal Designer (National Coverage)

• 11 tenders received
• 11 tenders assessed in the final stage:
  • 9 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
  • 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
• 6 suppliers awarded contracts
• 5 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)

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Unsuccessful suppliers

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Submission

Submission type

Tenders

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Procedure

Procedure type

Competitive flexible procedure

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Suppliers

AECOM LIMITED

• Companies House: 01846493
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCLX-5446-YHDX

Aldgate Tower

London

E1 8FA

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.aecom.com

Region: UKI42 - Tower Hamlets

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

AIREY MILLER LIMITED

• Companies House: 10228384
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQYV-1859-LCDQ

One, St Peter's Square

Manchester

M2 3DE

United Kingdom

Email: tenders@aireymiller.com

Website: http://www.aireymiller.com

Region: UKD33 - Manchester

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 2

Contract 3

Contract 4

ARCADIS CONSULTING (UK) LIMITED

• Companies House: 02212959
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHRH-6497-YBRR

80 Fenchurch Street

London

EC3M 4BY

United Kingdom

Email: frameworks@arcadis.com

Website: http://www.arcadis.com

Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 1. Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

Contract 2

Contract 3

ARCUS CONSULTING LLP

• Companies House: OC304735
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRQZ-1933-HNWT

3rd Floor Dalton House

Sale

M33 7AR

United Kingdom

Email: j.reynolds@arcus.uk.com

Website: http://www.arcus.uk.com

Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 1. Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

Contract 2

Contract 4

ATKINSRÉALIS PPS LIMITED

• Companies House: 02236832
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDNP-9276-LBPG

Woodcote Grove

Epsom

KT18 5BW

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.atkinsrealis.com

Region: UKJ26 - East Surrey

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

BAILY GARNER LLP

• Companies House: OC305198
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVBT-6524-LDYV

146-148 Eltham Hill

London

SE9 5DY

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.bailygarner.co.uk

Region: UKI51 - Bexley and Greenwich

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

BOWMAN RILEY ARCHITECTS LIMITED

• Companies House: 04902632
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJMN-3849-XZHR

Wellington House

Skipton

BD23 1EL

United Kingdom

Email: tenders@bowmanriley.com

Website: http://www.bowmanriley.com

Region: UKE22 - North Yorkshire CC

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 4

CURRIE & BROWN UK LIMITED

• Companies House: 01300409
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDTJ-7837-WYBP

150 Holborn

London

EC1N 2NS

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.curriebrown.com

Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

DREES & SOMMER UK LIMITED

• Companies House: 03768390
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYLM-5993-LPZN

Jackson House

Sale

M33 7RR

United Kingdom

Email: bids@dreso.com

Website: http://www.dreso.uk

Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 1. Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

Contract 4

FAITHORN FARRELL TIMMS LLP

• Companies House: OC300053
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRTJ-3918-WNWT

Central Court

Orpington

BR6 0JA

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.effefftee.co.uk

Region: UKI61 - Bromley

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

GARDINER & THEOBALD LLP

• Companies House: OC307124
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPGW-7436-DBWT

10 South Crescent

London

WC1E 7BD

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.gardiner.com

Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

IDENTITY CONSULT LIMITED

• Companies House: 05416411
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXZT-7792-YQXV

6 Pickersgill Court

Sunderland

SR5 2AQ

United Kingdom

Email: bidteam@identityconsult.co.uk

Website: http://www.identityconsult.co.uk

Region: UKC23 - Sunderland

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 1. Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

IESIS LIMITED

• Companies House: 06466868
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGCY-6728-MGTZ

4 Argyle St

Bath

BA2 4BA

United Kingdom

Website: https://www.iesisgroup.com/

Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

John Rowan and Partners LLP

• Companies House: OC302030

Bellrock Group, 11th floor, 5 Merchant Square

London

W2 1AY

United Kingdom

Region: UKI32 - Westminster

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

NHD EAST ANGLIA LTD

• Companies House: 11928625
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBYZ-8579-YLLZ

50 Princes Street

Ipswich

IP1 1RJ

United Kingdom

Email: info@nhdeastanglia.co.uk

Region: UKH14 - Suffolk

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 4

Norman Rourke Pryme Limited

• Companies House: 7966438
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBCB-6938-CBDL

57 Webber Street

London

SE1 0RF

United Kingdom

Email: businessdevelopment@nrpltd.com

Website: http://www.nrptld.com

Region: UKI44 - Lewisham and Southwark

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 3

PHILIP PANK PARTNERSHIP LLP

• Companies House: OC437669
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTYY-8717-NMJW

113 Euston Street

London

NW1 2EX

United Kingdom

Email: sandrabassenger@philippank.com

Website: http://www.philippank.net

Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 2

PINNEGAR HAYWARD LIMITED

• Companies House: 09459116
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLGC-9492-WLWX

87 Carver Street

Birmingham

B1 3AL

United Kingdom

Website: https://www.p-h-d.co.uk/

Region: UKG31 - Birmingham

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

POTTER RAPER LTD

• Companies House: 11729518
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHJC-3666-BZCN

Duncan House, Burnhill Road

Beckenham

BR3 3LA

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.potterraper.co.uk

Region: UKI61 - Bromley

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

PRP ARCHITECTS LLP

• Companies House: OC361169
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDXD-6281-WPXP

10 Lindsey Street

London

EC1A 9HP

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.prp-co.uk

Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

PULSE ASSOCIATES LIMITED

• Companies House: 07021816
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXRY-3523-ZPXT

The Birkin Building

Nottingham

NG1 1PS

United Kingdom

Email: marketing@pulseconsult.co.uk

Website: http://www.pulseconsult.co.uk

Region: UKF14 - Nottingham

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 1. Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

Contract 2

RANDALL SIMMONDS LLP

• Companies House: OC350871
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQBT-3296-DNZH

Devonshire House, 28 Devon Square

Newton Abbot

TQ12 2HH

United Kingdom

Email: ben.randall@randallsimmonds.co.uk

Website: http://randallsimmonds.co.uk

Region: UKK43 - Devon CC

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 3

RIDGE AND PARTNERS LLP

• Companies House: OC309402
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPNX-8949-BBHR

The Cowyards Blenheim Park

Woodstock

OX20 1QR

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.ridge.co.uk

Region: UKJ14 - Oxfordshire

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

RUND PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

• Companies House: 03484620
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHVL-6492-HHXW

16 East Links

Eastleigh

SO53 3TG

United Kingdom

Website: http://www.rund.co.uk

Region: UKJ35 - South Hampshire

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

SAFER SPHERE CHS LIMITED

• Companies House: 09000023
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZWQ-6228-NGYZ

1st Floor 105 Mere Grange

St Helens

WA9 5GG

United Kingdom

Email: bids@safersphere.co.uk

Website: http://www.safersphere.co.uk

Region: UKD71 - East Merseyside

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 4

Summers-Inman LLP

• Companies House: OC303181

Bevan House, Sir Bobby Robson Way

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE13 9BA

United Kingdom

Region: UKC22 - Tyneside

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

TREMAIN POWELL PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

• Companies House: 07227815
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZWZ-8691-DQYG

Oakside House 35 Oakfield Road

Bristol

BS8 2AT

United Kingdom

Email: ian@tremainpowell.co.uk

Website: http://www.tremainpowell.co.uk

Region: UKK11 - Bristol, City of

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 3

TURNER & TOWNSEND PROJECT MANAGEMENT LIMITED

• Companies House: 02165592

Low Hall Calverley Lane, Horsforth

Leeds

LS18 4GH

United Kingdom

Website: https://www.turnerandtownsend.com/

Region: UKE42 - Leeds

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

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Contracting authority

THE GUINNESS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

• Companies House: IP031693
• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBNQ-4523-TMYT

7th Floor, 350 Euston Road

London

NW1 3AX

United Kingdom

Email: procurement@guinness.org.uk

Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London

Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)