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MHCLG - Engagement strategy for settlements (OxCam Arc) - Invitation to Tender

MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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05 Feb 2021 at 19:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) is conducting a tender for the "Engagement strategy for settlements (OxCam Arc)" project, seeking a planning and engagement specialist to enhance community involvement in the development of four new or expanded settlements in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc. This procurement is categorised under marketing management consultancy services and is being conducted via an open procedure. The tender period is set to end on 26th February 2021, with a contract start date of 24th March 2021, running until 30th June 2021. The procurement spans several regions, including the East Midlands, East of England, and South East of England, with a total contract value estimated at £50,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly those with expertise in public engagement, urban planning, and community relations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the focus on local stakeholder engagement. Businesses that can demonstrate previous experience in similar projects, especially in the context of housing and urban development, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract and contribute meaningfully to the government's efforts in enhancing community cohesion and planning initiatives in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MHCLG - Engagement strategy for settlements (OxCam Arc) - Invitation to Tender

Notice Description

MHCLG is seeking to procure a planning / engagement specialist to support the Government in developing an approach to engaging local audiences (both stakeholder groups and the public) throughout the process of developing up to four new or expanded settlements in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc (OxCam Arc) aligned with new stations along the East West Rail (EWR) Central Section. MHCLG is responsible for Government policy relating to housing, planning and building, local growth, local government, integration and community cohesion. Its job is to create great places to live and work right across the country. It is a ministerial department, supported by 13 agencies and public bodies. MHCLG is using the Bravo eTendering portal to run this procurement. Further information can be found at https://dclg.bravosolution.co.uk under the project title "ITT: itt_97 - CPD/004/121/184; MHCLG - Engagement trategy_New/expanded settlements (OxCam Arc)". Register for a free account at https://dclg.bravosolution.co.uk Click the 'ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are procurement processes open to any registered supplier). * Click on the relevant ITT to access the content. * Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. * This will move the ITT into your 'My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'ITT Details' box Click 'My Response' under 'ITT Details', you can choose to: * 'Create Response', or, * 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the Authority and seek any clarification. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT. There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform. You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk. Additional information: Further information can be found by following the instructions within "Bravo portal instructions_Engagement Strategy_New settlements".

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a6d9a22a-8e9b-457e-9ad8-8736de7d9299
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69f2407b-8f73-4b5f-9318-29759cdd6058
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Mar 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 1-6 months
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
MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England), TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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