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CPU 7912 Produce a City Vision strategy for Nottingham

NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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02 Dec 2025 at 11:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "CPU 7912 Produce a City Vision strategy for Nottingham" has been awarded by Nottingham City Council. Located in Nottingham, England, this procurement focuses on Research and Development and related consultancy services, specifically project management consultancy. This was an open procedure, suitable for SMEs, with an initial tender period that ended on 13th October 2025. The contract commenced on 10th November 2025 and is set to conclude on 10th April 2026. The award of the contract, worth £150,000, was made to Ove Arup & Partners Limited, confirming the project's status as complete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in urban development, project management, or consultancy services to engage in strategic planning projects. SMEs particularly have a viable entry point due to the stated suitability requirements, allowing them to compete against larger firms. The objectives of the city vision strategy align with addressing contemporary challenges like climate change and digital transformation, making it an excellent opportunity for companies with innovative solutions in these areas to showcase their expertise and establish long-term partnerships with public sector clients like Nottingham City Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CPU 7912 Produce a City Vision strategy for Nottingham

Notice Description

This vision aims to establish Nottingham City Centre as a bold, inclusive, and future-facing urban core. It seeks to articulate the Cities ambitions for the future and position the city as a leading destination in the East Midlands, attract investment, align stakeholders, and inspire civic pride. The vision will respond to global challenges such as climate change, digital transformation, and social equity while celebrating Nottingham's unique identity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e6ce28e8-5675-43ad-aa28-85c0d35fecf6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8e5c49d-ec6c-49de-bcc6-7e6bfa80a4f7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
10 Nov 2025 - 9 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
NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Babatunde Olusanya
Contact Email
babatunde.olusanya@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1159155555

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 3NG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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