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ESPH428 SB Economic Study (ESPH428 LM) - AWARD

WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Wealden District Council (WDC), along with Eastbourne Borough Council (EBC), has completed the procurement process for the ESPH428 SB Economic Study, awarding the contract to Iceni Projects. This tender, initiated as an open procedure, was aimed at commissioning a consultant for a thorough economic study to support both councils' local plans and economic strategies. The contract, valued at £58,660, commenced on 26 April 2021 and will conclude on 16 August 2021, with performance details focused on factors such as workforce skills and infrastructure opportunities across the areas within South East England.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for consultancy businesses, especially those specialising in economic research and impact assessments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in market analysis, investment strategies, and local economic development are particularly well-suited to engage in similar future tenders. As councils increasingly seek robust evidence bases to inform their strategic plans, businesses offering innovative solutions in economic consultancy can find ample opportunity for growth and collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESPH428 SB Economic Study (ESPH428 LM) - AWARD

Notice Description

Wealden District Council (WDC) and Eastbourne Borough Council (EBC) are seeking to commission a suitably qualified and experienced consultant to undertake a full Economic Study for the two administrative areas. The purpose of this assessment is to provide a robust evidence base to support both WDC and EBC for their new Local Plans and specifically their economic development requirements and policies. In addition, the Councils are also seeking to develop economic strategies for their respective administrative areas that will likely consider issues such as attracting inward investment, improving the skills of the existing workforce, infrastructure constraints and opportunities, specialisations in particular employment sectors and so forth. It is anticipated that the contract will commence w/c 26 April 2021. Full details are included in the document set.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b05d641a-fd1d-4475-97c2-daec812a6fad
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18282880-949e-4fab-a494-a756e224c2c9
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79311400 - Economic research services

79311410 - Economic impact assessment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,660 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20214 years ago
Contract Period
25 Apr 2021 - 16 Aug 2021 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
Stephen Bottomley (WDC)
Contact Email
stephen.bottomley@wealden.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01323 443354

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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Wealden
Electoral Ward
Hailsham Central
Westminster Constituency
Sussex Weald

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICENI PROJECTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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