Tender

Allotments Consultation and Strategy Consultancy

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, located in West Midlands, United Kingdom, is seeking consultancy services for an "Allotments Consultation and Strategy" project. The contract period will run from 30th October 2022 to 13th January 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, with a tender deadline of 14th October 2022. The contract falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The project aims to review existing allotments provision, agreements, fees, and charges, and to develop an overarching strategy.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses offering consultancy services in horticulture, urban planning, and community development sectors to engage with Sandwell Council. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The project requires thorough site assessments, strategic planning capabilities, and the ability to engage effectively with local stakeholders. Businesses capable of offering innovative solutions for allotment improvement and policy development would find this tender particularly suited to their expertise.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Allotments Consultation and Strategy Consultancy

Notice Description

Overview Sandwell Council, Borough Economy, are seeking a consultant or consultancy to complete a review of our allotments provision, agreements, fees and charges, and develop an allotments strategy. Term of Contract The term of the contract is from 17th October - Jan 10th 2022. Only those able to complete within these timescales will be awarded the contract. The successful bidder will have a contract to: 1. Conduct a site visit to each of 40 allotment sites. 2. Complete the following at each site: o List of all assets (furniture, bedding, features, signage, interpretation, facilities) including assessment of quality and repairs required. o Take pictures of the full site including assets, entrance and exits, outside views from the green space (of the area directly surrounding). o Note nearby community assets / residential areas / businesses / transport links. 3. Provide a basic assessment of: a. Immediate issues to address: i.e. health and safety issues and quick fixes that will immediately provide impact for the community. b. Improvements required to assets (either asset removal, replacement, repair, or additions) that will enhance quality and value, or address a quality / value concerns for the site. c. Opportunities for the space to improve quality and value scores d. Current usage of each site and plot. 4. Some sites will also require the following (estimation of 5 sample sites): a. Discussion with local groups / stakeholders on views for the sites / allotments provision in Sandwell. 5. Complete the following review of our allotments strategy and policy, supporting Sandwell Council to be able to answer the following: a. How do we compare to national benchmarks and local comparitors on allotment provision? b. What is the demand, and based on current tenancies, what would be the current estimated waiting time be for an allotment plot. c. Review our current management arrangements and develop options for self-managed / council managed allotments. d. Review current contracts, fees and charges, terms and conditions, agreements, and draft proposed changes to these. Price Guide Bidders should submit their quotes as follows: 1. An estimation of time required for each improvement plan. Our current estimation based on samples is 2 - 3 hours per site as an average (note many sites are small). 2. Include a daily rate. 3. Break down the price by the outcomes above. Additional information: Apply by completing the tender document. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57b72873-11e1-4fe0-b24f-8ce67295fd5b
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Oct 2022 - 13 Jan 2023 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Matthew Huggins
Contact Email
matthew_huggins@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07842918372

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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