Award

Uttlesford District Council Infrastructure Development Plan

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 May 2021 at 12:40

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

28 Apr 2021 at 13:32

Tender Notice
Tender

19 Apr 2021 at 09:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Essex County Council has successfully awarded a contract for the Uttlesford District Council Infrastructure Development Plan, focusing on infrastructure works consultancy services within the East of England. The procurement process was initiated through an open tender method, with a significant emphasis on both price and quality (60:40 weighting). The tender period concluded on 4th May 2021, with the contract period running from 17th May 2021 to 31st January 2024. The total contract value is £69,927.21, reflecting the critical role that this plan will play in shaping the new Local Plan for the district, which is set to be developed by the end of 2022.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in consultancy and infrastructure sectors, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs). Companies with expertise in infrastructure planning, local economic development, and climate change adaptation will be well-suited to compete. The specifications call for a collaborative approach, highlighting the need for strong partnerships and a commitment to innovative solutions that address the region's growth plans, making this a lucrative chance for businesses ready to contribute to sustainable development initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Uttlesford District Council Infrastructure Development Plan

Notice Description

Uttlesford District Council invited consultancy teams to submit a proposal to work with the Council on the Infrastructure Delivery Plan (IDP) as a critical element in the preparation of the new Local Plan for the district, commencing with a review and updating of the baseline, followed by a draft IDP and viability assessment of the preferred spatial option; to be completed by the end of 2022. An open and transparent request for quotation procedure was undertaken for this requirement. Bids were submitted via email and the original notice was advertised on contracts finder. There was a 60:40 price:quality weighting; and the bidder with the highest overall score was awarded the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cc259666-2be5-4bed-bf1e-490c8078c2a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9abde65a-0a9d-4c14-9e53-a03c211f6930
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£69,927 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,927 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
16 May 2021 - 31 Jan 2024 2-3 years
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
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Katie Elgie
Contact Email
katie.elgie@essex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07712356055

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAND USE CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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