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Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) in Schools - Design and Engagement

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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22 Dec 2025 at 12:36

Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council has completed the award phase for a contract titled "Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) in Schools - Design and Engagement," falling under the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services category. The procurement process was specifically a competitive quotation below threshold, aimed at appointing a specialist design consultancy. The project is based in Lewes, East Sussex, with a postal code of BN7 1UE and is designed to enhance school environments through effective drainage systems. The contract commenced on 12th December 2025 and will conclude on 12th April 2026, encompassing services estimated at £157,194 GBP. The award was confirmed on 22nd October 2025 to 0ur rainwater Limited, an SME, highlighting the suitability for both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in sustainable construction and environmental design to expand their portfolio and enhance their reputation by engaging in public sector projects. The contract focuses on designing and implementing innovative drainage systems within educational environments, offering potential for businesses that excel in ecological and engineering solutions. Companies with expertise in environmental consultancy, particularly those experienced in sustainable urban drainage systems, will find this project well-suited to their capabilities, providing growth opportunities through prestigious collaboration with local government authorities.

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Notice Title

Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) in Schools - Design and Engagement

Notice Description

Direct appointment of a Specialist Design Consultancy firm to support the timely and effective delivery of Phase 2 of the Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) Engagement & Design services for Schools programme which is expected to be delivered and completed within 4 months from contract start date.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fd2c348f-2c6c-4627-ad70-b223b407c2bf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00095776-f2ac-481a-b4b3-b49f864ab937
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£157,194 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£157,194 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 12 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1SG
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

0UR RAINWATER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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