Wellfield Interior Designer — UK public procurement notice

CPV: Interior design services

Procedure method

Below threshold - open competition

Legal basis

UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023

Procurement category

Services

Notice status

Cancelled

Procurement threshold

Below threshold

Regulatory regime

Standard

Commercial structure

Stand-alone contract (no framework)

Competition type

Competitive procedure

GPA / WTO covered

Unspecified in notice

Recurring procurement

No (one-off requirement)

First published

19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMT

Last source update

19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMT

Authority reference

HDG/2025/927

Latest notice

Procurement termination notice (UK12)

Classification (CPV)

Interior design services

Delivery area

West Midlands (UKG23)

Official registry OCID

ocds-h6vhtk-054439 Find a Tender

Submission deadline

22 Sept 2025, 23:59 BST

Submission channel

Official e-sourcing portal

Electronic submission

Allowed

1. Planning notice published
   6 Jun 2025, 11:08 BST
2. Market engagement
   4 Jul 2025, 23:59 BST
   1. INTRODUCTION The Housing Development Team at Stoke-on-Trent City Council are seeking to establish a contract with an Interior Designer to create a design for the interior of the forthcoming Independent Living Scheme (over 55's) at Wellfield Road. The Designer will be expected to produce and more…

   supply a pleasant interior which will create a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for residents at the scheme. The Interior Designer will be expected to work alongside the appointed contractor for 2 years during the building phase of the scheme and will need to provide a 12 month defect period upon completion. 2. BACKGROUND The development site is located off Dawlish Drive, Bentilee, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 0HP. The site will be a residential Independent Living Scheme of 53 apartments for older people (41x1 bed apartments, 12x2 bed apartments) all of which will be for affordable rent. Construction of the new scheme is due to commence in November 2025 with an anticipated completion by November 2027. 3. SCALE SCOPE AND NATURE OF REQUIREMENT Great importance is placed on a high-quality interior design to provide atmosphere and ambiance for key spaces. This is another high profile, landmark scheme for the City Council and we need to maintain the new standards that we have set ourselves in the provision of our new build older person's housing. We are, therefore, looking for the 'wow factor' in order to create a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere within the building. The main focus of the design should be focused on the entrance into the building in and around the main circulation space, the communal facilities and rooms and along the corridors to each apartment. We would also expect the dressing of a show flat to showcase to potential customers. Given that the scheme is designed for older people, consideration needs to be given to the designs being dementia friendly, appropriate for those with visual and hearing impairments and suitable for those residents with physical and learning difficulties. The designs should:- 1. Create welcoming and practical entrances that make residents feel at home and visitors welcome. 2. Use memorable focal points and clear signage 3. Help build confidence and independence 4. Provide visual clues, bespoke artwork and accessories around the building to help orientation 5. Provide inspiring communal spaces with lounges which feel domestic and stylish 6. Design colour schemes which tie in with the architectural style and palette 7. The design should recognise the cultural history and heritage of Stoke-on-Trent 8. Themes and colours should flow and follow a main design concept 9. Be age and dementia friendly 10. Advise on easy to read signage, especially for those with poor eyesight 11. Create a style befitting the development 12. Appealing fabric selections that compliments the colour palette but that are also practical in their performance 13. Choose furniture to create an atmosphere and avoid an institutional look 14. Recommend and source a variety of comfortable seat heights to suit all mobility groups and ages 15. Choose and source appealing furniture designs which compliments the design concepts 16. Use contrast upholstery fabrics and surrounding materials to help residents and visitors navigate rooms 17. Choose materials that age gracefully with use and over time 18. Specify flame retardant materials & furnishing only 19. Specify attractive and appropriate light fitting and specifications Objectives of the Market Engagement Exercise The objectives of this exercise are to: • gain initial supplier awareness, engagement and opinion, • provide confidence around viability of concept; • gain insight to the market possibilities and potential innovative solutions; • understand risks and issues not previously considered; • inform the Outline Business Case; • inform the Procurement Strategy To express your interest in participating in this market engagement exercise, please email [email protected] by 19th June 2025. A market engagement questionnaire will be issued on 20th June 2025. The deadline for submitting completed questionnaire will be confirmed via email when questionnaire issues, and is expected to be two weeks following distribution.
3. Tender notice published396 days ago
   21 Aug 2025, 15:27 BST
4. Submission deadline364 days ago
   22 Sept 2025, 23:59 BST
5. Contract starts311 days ago
   15 Nov 2025, 00:00 GMT
6. Latest notice published245 days ago
   19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMT

1. Procurement termination notice published
   19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMTUK12
2. Published value updated
   19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMTwas £120,000
3. Status changed to complete
   19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMT
4. Procurement method changed
   19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMT
5. Deadline withdrawn
   19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMT
6. Buyer details updated
   19 Jan 2026, 09:37 GMT
7. Tender notice published
   21 Aug 2025, 15:27 BSTUK4
8. Published value published: £120,000
   21 Aug 2025, 15:27 BST
9. Status changed to active
   21 Aug 2025, 15:27 BST
10. Procurement method changed
    21 Aug 2025, 15:27 BST
11. Deadline published: 22 Sept 2025, 23:59 BST
    21 Aug 2025, 15:27 BST
12. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    6 Jun 2025, 11:08 BSTUK2