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Homes England - DARTs Framework Lot 2 - Spatial Delivery Framework - Cowley Branch Line Corridor - Oxford

HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)

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26 Nov 2025 at 16:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Homes England - DARTs Framework Lot 2 - Spatial Delivery Framework - Cowley Branch Line Corridor - Oxford" is conducted by Homes England, a major public body operating in England. The process, which falls under the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services industry category, is completed and currently in the 'Award' stage as of 26th November 2025. The contract, valued at £250,000, started on 10th November 2025 and will end on 23rd March 2026. This project focuses on developing a Spatial Delivery Framework to address growth and infrastructure needs, primarily located in England.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses in architectural and engineering services to expand their portfolio and enhance collaborative projects with public sector bodies. Despite the procurement not targeting SMEs specifically, larger firms with capabilities in research and development or consultancy related to urban planning and infrastructure would find this contract befitting their skill set. The completion of such a project could bolster the credentials of businesses aiming to secure future governmental contracts within the UK's strategic planning domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homes England - DARTs Framework Lot 2 - Spatial Delivery Framework - Cowley Branch Line Corridor - Oxford

Notice Description

To undertake a baseline assessment of current reports and strategies and build upon this to develop a Spatial Delivery Framework. The SDF will explore the potential for densification and new growth opportunities, linking these with necessary infrastructure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a7e406b-5fc4-41c1-b6bb-c734eda91947
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3dfa485-781c-4185-9d8a-b0136faa2418
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
10 Nov 2025 - 23 Mar 2026 1-6 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
HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
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
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LDA DESIGN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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