Architecture and Urbanism Framework 4

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This procurement is to establish a framework to procure architecture and design services for Transport for London (TfL), the TfL Group, the Greater London Authority (GLA), the GLA Group, London Boroughs and other eligible public sector commissioning authorities as well as other organisations undertaking public functions, including housing associations, registered providers, charities, trusts and other entities eligible to access the framework. . The framework will be part of TfL Professional Services Frameworks 4. The name of this framework will be: Architecture and Urbanism Framework 4.

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Strategic planning and research£45m
Develop place visions, spatial strategies and strategic objectives through innovative, deliverable design solutions informed by research, analysis, and a deep understanding of local context. Prepare and deliver evidence, policy and design materials to support planning frameworks, investment programmes and regeneration projects, enabling long-term growth and informed decision-making
Public Realm£45m
Enhance the quality and accessibility of urban environments through inclusive, sustainable and context-sensitive public realm design. Design and deliver public realm and High Street strategies across a range of scales, from concept through to detailed design and construction, creating inclusive, child-friendly and climate-responsive places.
Landscape£45m
Respond to the many challenges facing urban landscapes by designing and delivering sustainable, high-quality and inclusive landscape and green infrastructure schemes. Design and deliver landscape-led strategies across a range of scales, from concept through to detailed design and construction, embedding climate-resilient, ecologically appropriate nature-based solutions.
Masterplanning£45m
Develop high-quality, contextually responsive and resilient masterplans for complex existing and emerging sites, integrating building typologies, sustainable transport and land-use strategies. Embed viability, deliverability and long-term stewardship into design approaches, applying community and stakeholder insights to create inclusive, unique and equitable places.
Housing£45m
Deliver housing-led projects ranging from individual buildings to blocks, streets and neighbourhoods, integrating development within its urban context to support and optimise housing growth. Design and deliver resilient, sustainable homes with an appropriate density and tenure mix, from outline design through to detailed design and construction, creating inclusive, high-quality places and homes to support thriving communities.
Commercial, place of work, civic and mixed use£45m
Design commercial, workplace, civic and/or mixed-use buildings across a range of scales, integrating accessibility and inclusive design principles to create equitable environments for all. Deliver high-quality design solutions from concept through to detailed design and construction, balancing sustainability, operational requirements and building performance, while responding to stakeholder needs and aspirations.
Strategic transport design£45m
Develop designs for strategic transport infrastructure projects and associated regeneration areas, ensuring their long-term resilience within urban environments. Incorporate smart and sustainable city principles into strategic proposals, using research and data-driven insights to inform design solutions, ensuring they respond to current and future user needs.
Infrastructure design£45m
Design, upgrade and deliver transport and infrastructure projects that enhance functionality, connectivity and user experience. Design and deliver stations and infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design and construction, integrating whole-life carbon and circular economy principles while applying inclusive design approaches to ensure infrastructure is usable and accessible to all.
Small Projects£45m
Create high-impact architectural solutions for small-scale commissions, promoting sustainable, inclusive and culturally responsive project delivery. Supporting proportionate access to public sector commissions for small, micro and emerging businesses, projects focus on empowering communities through meaningful engagement and delivering innovative, community-oriented projects.

Buyer: Transport for London
Value: £45,000,000
Submission deadline: 08 Dec 2026, 12:00 GMT (31 days left)
Enquiry deadline: 13 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
Award decision expected by: 30 Nov 2027, 23:59 GMT
Contract start: Not stated
Contract end: Not stated
Category: services
Lots: 9
Procedure: Competitive flexible procedure
CPV codes: 71000000
Legal basis: 2023/54

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4 published dates · Europe/London

Tender notice published4 days ago
2 Nov 2026, 17:12 GMT
Clarification questions byin 7 days
13 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
Submission deadlinein 32 days
8 Dec 2026, 12:00 GMT
Award decision expected byin 389 days
30 Nov 2027, 23:59 GMT

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Notice history

6 events · 6 releases on Find a Tender

Pipeline or early engagement notice18 Jun 2026, 17:03 BST057767-2026
Notice published24 Aug 2026, 11:04 BST080236-2026
Notice published10 Sept 2026, 12:20 BST085842-2026
Tender notice27 Oct 2026, 11:26 GMT101428-2026
Tender updated30 Oct 2026, 12:25 GMT103170-2026
Tender updated2 Nov 2026, 17:12 GMT103925-2026

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Access to Procurement Documents and Submission of the PSQ This procurement is being conducted electronically via the SAP Business Network (SAP Ariba) e-Tendering Portal. Suppliers wishing to participate in this procurement and access the procurement documents, including the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PSQ), must complete the following steps: 1. Suppliers not already registered on the SAP Business Network must register and establish a supplier profile with Transport for London (TfL). 2. Guidance on registering and participating in a sourcing event is available at the following link: https://share.articulate.com/wBEqzYJomwo4HhYYQRprk 3. Following submission of the registration request, suppliers will receive confirmation of their supplier profile details from the SAP Ariba Team, ordinarily within 24 hours. 4. Upon receipt of this confirmation, suppliers must notify TfL of their interest in participating by emailing workforce@tfl.gov.uk and providing their supplier profile details. 5. Following receipt of the request, TfL will grant access to the procurement documents via the SAP Business Network portal, ordinarily within 24 hours. Suppliers will receive a notification through the portal once access has been enabled. 6. Details of the sourcing event are as follows: o Sourcing Event Name: "GLA Architecture and Urbanism Framework 4" o The SAP Ariba project reference: WS2588285274 Technical Assistance Any queries relating to registration, access to, or operation of the SAP Business Network portal should be directed in the first instance to Ariba_Supplier_Enablement@tfl.gov.uk. Any procurement-specific queries, or issues that cannot be resolved by the SAP Ariba Supplier Enablement Team, should be directed to workforce@tfl.gov.uk. Important Notice Suppliers should allow sufficient time to complete registration and request access to the sourcing event. TfL accepts no responsibility for delays arising from late registration, incomplete supplier profile information, or technical issues experienced by suppliers. Access requests submitted close to the procurement deadline may not be processed in time to permit participation. TfL is a complex organisation operating both as an executive agency of the Greater London Authority (GLA) under the direction of the Mayor of London and as provider of transport services. The services may be provided to TfL and/or its subsidiaries and may also encompass London Regional Transport (LRT). TfL will be establishing a Framework Agreement for use by all London Boroughs (and any future successors to these organisations), City of London and the Greater London Authority and all its Functional Bodies as well as other public sector contracting authorities.. The contract values shown in this Tender Notice are maximum values of this Framework, which is shared across all lots. The Framework itself has NIL value, all committed spend will be realised through call-off contracts during the term of this framework. This is explained further within the procurement documents. Any orders placed under this Framework Agreement will form a separate contract under the scope of this framework between the supplier and the specific contracting authority. Potential providers submit a response to the PSQ at their own risk. All discussions will be conducted in English. All submitted prices must be in Pounds Sterling. Potential providers must read the instructions carefully before proceeding with registration and are advised to satisfy themselves that they understand all the requirements of the procurement and terms of the contract and the rules of the procurement process before submitting a response.

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