AwardedAwarded 4 August 2026

Architectural Services - RIBA Stages 3-6

Buckinghamshire New University · Education

In brief

Buckinghamshire New University awarded architecture and engineering work to Ruffarchitects Limited on 4 August 2026.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

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What the notice says

Buckinghamshire New University ("the University") intends to directly award a contract for the provision of architectural services to undertake RIBA Stages 3-6 design development for retrofit of the former Uxbridge Central Library. The appointment follows the Supplier's previous delivery of RIBA Stage 1 Building Appraisal & Stage 2 Engagement, Consultation and Concept Design services. The University requires the further input of a multi disciplinary architecture firm for RIBA Stage 3 Developed Design and Tender Documentation and subsequent stages 4-6.

Who won

WinnerValueDates
Ruffarchitects Limited (SME)£375,000
Awarded 4 August 2026

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Transparency notice · UK5, notice 075022-2026
  2. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 075023-2026

About the buyer

Procurements

8

Awards

6

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From notice 075022-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 6 August 2026, last updated 7 August 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.