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Planning Application Support

WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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14 Feb 2022 at 15:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The tender titled "Planning Application Support" has been issued by Wirral Borough Council, located in Birkenhead, England. This procurement falls within the business services category, specifically focusing on law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security services. The process is currently in the Award stage, having been completed with the selection of Capita Property & Infrastructure Ltd as the supplier. The contract commenced on 30 December 2021 and is set to conclude on 8 December 2022, with a total contract value of £11,330. The procurement method utilised for this contract was a selective approach, specifically through a restricted procedure.

This opportunity is particularly attractive for businesses that specialise in planning services, consulting, and technical document review, as the Wirral Borough Council is looking for ongoing support in processing planning applications to manage a backlog. Companies that are agile and can respond quickly to fluctuating demands would be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. With a planned need for short-term and potentially long-term support, those with expertise in local authority planning processes and compliance would find significant opportunities for growth within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Planning Application Support

Notice Description

The Local Planning Authority (LPA) has experienced an increase in the number of applications received over the last few months which has put increased pressure on the service to deliver against statutory timescales. Initially the LPA requires short-term support to process mainly householder applications. It is anticipated that c.30 applications per month would be allocated however exact volumes are to be determined. The LPA are keen to explore options around entering a contractual basis with suppliers to access planning services quickly and efficiently and support the service to meet planning KPI targets. Summary of requirements: * Check application description and agree any necessary changes with agent - renotify / consult if required * Visit the site (where required and COVID restrictions allow) and undertake a review of site history * Ensure that all publicity and consultation activities have been completed correctly and in accordance with DMPO and Council's SCI. Where any gaps are identified instruct the support team to complete * Review all relevant technical documents submitted with the planning application * Read and summarise all third-party representations * Read and summarise all consultee representations * Seek one set of amendments to add value or make application acceptable where required. * Prepare a report using the Council's delegated / committee report template and present an assessment of the scheme against policy and other material considerations * Seek to agree an extension of time, where necessary, and update the back-office system accordingly The service initially has a requirement to address a substantial backlog of applications and would like to use the service on an agreed basis to support ongoing demand as required. Initially this will be for one year with a view to extend in line with demand.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de2cfbf5-dea2-4d76-95b2-8774849dba2e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,330 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
30 Dec 2021 - 8 Dec 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Corporate Procurement
Contact Email
procurementtenders@wirral.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1516662000

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRKENHEAD
Postcode
CH41 5AL
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD74 Wirral
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Wirral
Electoral Ward
Birkenhead and Tranmere
Westminster Constituency
Birkenhead

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAPITA PROPERTY & INFRASTRUCTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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