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The Big Halton Forest

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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09 May 2025 at 09:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The Big Halton Forest project, commissioned by Halton Borough Council, focuses on urban planning and landscape architectural services within England, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category and has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to WSP UK Ltd on 30 April 2025. The procurement method utilised was direct award, ensuring a streamlined process, and the contract commenced on 1 May 2025, lasting until 30 May 2026. The contract is valued at £48,635, providing an opportunity for service expansion and delivery within the urban planning sector.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in urban planning and landscape architecture to engage in projects that enhance community environments. The suitability criteria indicate potential advantages for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), highlighting inclusive business growth opportunities. Companies that excel in delivering comprehensive landscape and urban planning services are well-suited to become involved, thus fostering growth and strengthening partnerships within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Big Halton Forest

Notice Description

The Big Halton Forest

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ec2fc543-7d7e-4c50-9c11-1f850466a627
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/326b2325-fe0f-43d2-ad9b-e302e5273bc5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£48,635 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,635 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 May 2026 1-2 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
HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WIDNES
Postcode
WA8 7EA
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
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
Halton
Electoral Ward
Central & West Bank
Westminster Constituency
Widnes and Halewood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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