Created: 31st October, 2025
Barker is delighted to announce its appointment on the CPC Estates and Facilities Professional Services DPS, a framework recommended by the Department for Education for schools and academies across the UK.
This appointment reinforces Barker’s commitment to delivering exceptional, sustainable, and safe property consultancy services tailored to the education sector. By being part of the DPS, Barker will support schools and academies in streamlining their procurement of facilities management and estates services, ensuring value for money and regulatory compliance.
Barker has been appointed under the following lots:
Lot 1 – Bid and Funding Specialists
Lot 2 – Project Management Consultants
Lot 4 – Surveyors and Specialist Consultants
Lot 6 – Architectural Services Consultants
Lot 7 – Cost Consultants (QS Services)
Lot 8 – Civil/Structural Consultants
Lot 9 – Building Engineering and M&E Consultants
Lot 10 – Principal Design Consultants
Lot 11 – CDM and H&S Consultants
Lot 14 – Contract Administration Consultants
Inclusion on the DPS means that educational institutions can benefit from Barker’s extensive expertise in project management, condition surveys, capital maintenance, and refurbishment services delivered by a team that is passionate about creating inspiring learning environments.
This appointment not only validates Barker’s industry reputation as one of the UK’s leading property consultants but also aligns with the DfE’s commitment to reliable and cost-effective professional service delivery in education.
Schools and academies can now access a complete suite of estates and facilities support, from initial project planning to execution, under the robust and flexible framework provided by CPC.
We look forward to continuing to partner with schools and academies to enhance estate management practices and contribute to a more sustainable, efficient, and dynamic educational environment.
For further details on our services and how Barker can support your school, please contact us.
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