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ESPH TT WDC Heritage Strategy (ESPH735 TT) - AWARD

WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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16 Dec 2025 at 15:32

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Summary of the contracting process

Wealden District Council has concluded the procurement process for their Heritage Strategy project, under the title "ESPH TT WDC Heritage Strategy (ESPH735 TT) - AWARD," within the architectural, engineering, and planning services sector. Located in East Sussex, the council has awarded the tender to Alan Baxter Limited, following an open procedure. The contract accompanies the new Local Plan with tasks including baseline analysis and heritage theme assessment, aimed at enhancing development management and neighbourhood planning. The contract was awarded on 16th December 2025, with the work commencing immediately and scheduled to end on 24th April 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in heritage consulting, urban planning, and architectural services. With a contract value of £29,341 GBP, it is ideal for firms capable of delivering comprehensive heritage assessments and strategies. Although not specifically suited to SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms with expertise in heritage consultancy would find this tender beneficial for expanding their portfolio and influence in regional planning initiatives. Businesses with capabilities in urban planning and landscape architecture are encouraged to engage with similar opportunities identified through Wealden District Council's initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESPH TT WDC Heritage Strategy (ESPH735 TT) - AWARD

Notice Description

Wealden District Council ('the Council') are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced heritage consultants to undertake a Heritage Strategy to provide evidence to inform policies in the new Wealden Local Plan, and specifically to include a baseline analysis of the heritage assets in Wealden. This assessment will also support decision-making in development management for planning applications and contribute to the preparation of Neighbourhood Plans by our Town and Parish Councils. The work to be undertaken will be divided into relevant parts that includes: * Baseline Analysis; * Heritage Themes and Assessment of Significance; * Issues and Opportunities; and * Creation of a Heritage Strategy. Please see the full specification and tender details in the tender documents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb2bd7e5-abaf-4b6e-87d2-7b656913bd87
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

71410000 - Urban planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,341 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2025 - 24 Apr 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
WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST SUSSEX
Postcode
BN27 2AX
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wealden
Electoral Ward
Hailsham Central
Westminster Constituency
Sussex Weald

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALAN BAXTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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