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Smallholdings and Agricultural Estate Management Services (2024)

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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03 Feb 2025 at 10:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract for "Smallholdings and Agricultural Estate Management Services (2024)" has been awarded by West Sussex County Council (WSCC) following an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The procurement was completed to manage day-to-day operations of smallholdings and other rural properties owned by the council. The contract spans various tasks, including asset optimisation, property disposals, negotiations, and dispute resolutions, with a focus on the real estate agency services industry category. The contract, valued at approximately £350,000 (excluding VAT) over its full term, started on 1st April 2025 and will initially run for two years, with the option of a three-year extension. BNP Paribas Real Estate Advisory & Property Management UK Limited, based in London, has been identified as the supplier for this contract. Key project locations include the South East region of the United Kingdom, particularly around the postal code area PO19 1RQ.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in real estate services, particularly those with expertise in agricultural estate management and property transactions. The annual contract value of £70,000 provides a stable revenue stream and the potential for extended engagement. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with relevant capabilities are ideally positioned to leverage their agility and local knowledge to compete effectively. The comprehensive scope of services required, ranging from daily management to complex negotiations and valuations, offers ample opportunity for firms to showcase their full suite of services, fostering business growth and establishing long-term client relationships with a prominent local authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Smallholdings and Agricultural Estate Management Services (2024)

Notice Description

A contract for the provision of Smallholding and Agricultural Estate Management Services was tendered by West Sussex County Council (WSCC) in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015) Open Procedure. A summary of the requirement is given below: - Day-to-day management of the smallholdings estate and the County Council's Other Rural Land - Asset Optimisation and Option Appraisals of Property - Pre-Marketing - The Disposal of Property - Granting of Farm Business Tenancies (equipped holdings) - Granting of New Leases, Sub-Leases or Licences Grant and Renewal of Farm Business Tenancies greater than 5 years - Grant & Renewal of Farm Business Tenancies, Leases and Licences less than 5 years - Rent Reviews (Smallholdings Estate) - Rent Reviews, Lease Breaks, Lease Expiries and Renewals in respect of the Leasing & Licensing of Property - Acquisition of Freehold Properties - Property Acquisitions under the Statutory Blight Notice Procedure for Agricultural Land and Buildings Only - Negotiation of Easements, Wayleaves and Other Sundry Negotiations - Provision of Market Valuations - Land Tribunal and Courts, Arbitration and Similar Dispute Resolution Case Work - Tree advice and assessments The estimated annual value of the Contract is PS70,000 (ex VAT). The estimated total value of the Contract is PS350,000 (ex VAT) over the full term, including any extensions. However, no guarantee or commitment can be given regarding the initial and future value of any work arising from the Contract. The Contract has been awarded for an initial term of 2 years from the Contract Commencement Date, 01.04.25, with an option to extend on the same Terms and Conditions at WSCC's discretion by up to an additional 3 years in any combination. The maximum duration of the Contract will therefore be 5 years. The Contract is for the sole use of WSCC.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f05d6e43-5e7b-41cd-9ea6-0d08b922055f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/070a18cc-26d3-46e5-a027-cbeb088e22bb
Current Stage
Award
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

CPV Codes

70300000 - Real estate agency services on a fee or contract basis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£167,725 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 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
WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1RQ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BNP PARIBAS REAL ESTATE ADVISORY & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT UK LI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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