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South Cambridgeshire District Council - Consultative Services for the Design of Housing Development

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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06 Nov 2025 at 11:32

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04 Nov 2025 at 14:54

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21 Oct 2025 at 15:22

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Summary of the contracting process

South Cambridgeshire District Council is seeking consultative services for the design of housing development projects, specifically focusing on small sites intended for Affordable Rent. The procurement falls under the industry category of architectural design services, with the contract period scheduled from 2nd January 2026 to 1st January 2028. This tender is part of the active procurement stage and follows an open procedure above the threshold. Interested parties should note that the submission deadline for tender documents is set for 28th November 2025. The project location is the East of England, United Kingdom, and participation is particularly encouraged from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural design, particularly those with expertise in developing affordable housing solutions. Such projects could provide a platform for growth, fostering collaborative partnerships with governmental bodies. Businesses well-suited to compete in this procurement process are typically those that can demonstrate innovative design capabilities, have experience managing and executing small-scale development projects, and can operate effectively within the specified location. The emphasis on affordability and the potential for multiple site developments present an avenue for businesses to engage in meaningful work with long-term community benefits.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

South Cambridgeshire District Council - Consultative Services for the Design of Housing Development

Notice Description

South Cambridgeshire District Council is seeking a partner to work with us to deliver a number of small sites (likely 10 units or less) for Affordable Rent. It is expected that the number of sites will be between 5 - 10 during the contract period (not guaranteed) . Should you be interested in this opportunity, the full tender documents can be found on our e-tendering portal via the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=f693b2d1-88ae-f011-813a-005056b64545

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4662b8a5-f14d-4fad-bb4d-ec68ff3995e1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jan 2026 - 1 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBOURNE
Postcode
CB23 6EA
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Cambourne
Westminster Constituency
St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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