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Natural England Planning Related Advice Professional Services Framework (NE PRAPS)

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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12 Oct 2022 at 11:14

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the Natural England Planning Related Advice Professional Services Framework (NE PRAPS) is being conducted by Defra Group Commercial on behalf of Natural England and Arm’s Length Bodies. The framework aims to appoint suppliers, contractors, and consultants to provide expert advice and training on planning issues nationally, particularly related to sustainable development and environmental aspects. The total contract value is £4,999,999 GBP, with a tender deadline of November 11th, 2022. The procurement method is an Open Procedure, and the submission can be made electronically or in writing.

This opportunity is suitable for businesses with expertise in planning advice consultancy, sustainable development, and environmental planning. Businesses with experience in providing services to statutory consultees, engaging with the planning system, and advising on protected habitats and designated landscapes would be well-suited to compete for this tender. The selection criteria focus on expertise, experience, and qualifications in planning-related requirements. The tender process allows for a maximum of 66 participants in the framework agreement, creating opportunities for qualified businesses to secure contracts with Natural England and related bodies.

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Notice Title

Natural England Planning Related Advice Professional Services Framework (NE PRAPS)

Notice Description

This procurement is being carried out by Defra Group Commercial in accordance with the Open Procedure as set out in the Public Contract Regulations 2015 (PCR) on behalf of Natural England and Arm's Length Bodies. Natural England is setting up the framework to appoint the services of suppliers, contractors and consultants with relevant skills, experience and expertise in providing expert advice and training on a wide range of planning issues to decision makers and consultees nationally. Natural England advises on the environmental aspects of sustainable development and engages with the planning system as a statutory consultee for development plans, Environmental Impact Assessments, Strategic Environmental Assessment, Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and where planning applications are likely to impact upon NE particular interests, including protected habitats, Sites of Special Scientific Interest and designated landscapes. This framework will mainly cover, but will not be limited, to Sustainable Development (SD) Programme advice planning related requirements.

Lot Information

Natural England Planning Related Advice Professional Services Framework (NE PRAPS)

Natural England is setting up the framework to appoint the services of suppliers, contractors and consultants with relevant skills, experience and expertise in providing expert advice and training on a wide range of planning issues to decision makers and consultees nationally. Natural England advises on the environmental aspects of sustainable development and engages with the planning system as a statutory consultee for development plans, Environmental Impact Assessments, Strategic Environmental Assessment, Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and where planning applications are likely to impact upon NE particular interests, including protected habitats, Sites of Special Scientific Interest and designated landscapes. This framework will mainly cover, but will not be limited, to Sustainable Development (SD) Programme advice planning related requirements. Additional information: further information in the procurement pack

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-037504
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028677-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90712000 - Environmental planning

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,999,999 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,999,999 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Oct 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Technical Services Category | Defra Group Commercial
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 12345678

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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