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Bristol Airport Expansion Consultancy Services

NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL

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23 Dec 2025 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

North Somerset Council has recently concluded a procurement process for Bristol Airport Expansion Consultancy Services, which aims to support the anticipated planning application to increase Bristol Airport's capacity from 12 to 15 million passengers per annum. This process was completed under the WECA Professional Services Framework and falls under the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services (CPV 71000000). The procurement process moved through to the award stage with AtkinsRéalis UK Ltd selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £222,736, began on 1st December 2025 and will run until 30th September 2026. Key additional classifications include research and development, business consultancy, environmental, and project management services, with the location being South West, United Kingdom.

This tender creates significant opportunities for firms specialising in architectural, engineering, and consultancy services, as they can leverage this project to showcase their expertise in high-profile infrastructure expansions. Companies adept in providing integrated services encompassing planning, project management, and environmental consultancy could find substantial business growth potential, especially those focusing on aviation and large-scale development projects. Businesses capable of navigating complex regulatory environments and delivering innovative solutions to enhance airport efficiency would be well-suited for such engagements, fostering long-term partnerships and expanding market presence in the region.

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Notice Title

Bristol Airport Expansion Consultancy Services

Notice Description

A consultant to provide support with the anticipated planning application from Bristol Airport to increase throughput of passengers from 12 to 15 million passengers per annum, with associated development. The WECA Professional Services Framework was used for this procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-61c91139-93d6-4db8-89e5-46b14d81ab6d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6948f6a1-95af-4c97-b583-7bf6b5f1fe61
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£222,736 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£222,736 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WESTON-SUPER-MARE
Postcode
BS23 1UJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Weston-super-Mare Central
Westminster Constituency
Weston-super-Mare

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ATKINSRÉALIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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