Award

Economic and Inclusive Growth Strategy and Place Plans

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

28 Aug 2024 at 14:42

TenderUpdate

15 Jul 2024 at 12:24

TenderUpdate

08 Jul 2024 at 06:56

Tender

17 Jun 2024 at 08:53

Summary of the contracting process

Cumberland Council has awarded a contract for the development of an Economic and Inclusive Growth Strategy, underpinned by a Place Framework and Place Plans. This project, classified under "Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services" (CPV code 71000000), aims to address the challenges and potential of Cumberland’s economy. The tender, identified as DN726349, was initiated and awarded on 14 August 2024, with the project divided into stages focusing on socio-economic analysis, inclusive growth strategy, investment prospectus, place framework, and place plans. The contract is anticipated to last a maximum of five months for its initial stage, with further time possible if a second stage proceeds. Cumberland Council facilitated the procurement through an open procedure with an estimated value of £150,000 excluding VAT, and the chosen supplier is Cambridge Econometrics.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialised in economic consulting, strategic planning, socio-economic analysis, and community engagement. Consultants with a track record in developing inclusive growth strategies and place-based frameworks could find this project particularly rewarding, both in terms of monetary gain and professional development. Smaller enterprises and diverse business groups are encouraged to participate, especially those capable of contributing high-quality outputs and social value. The contract's focus on inclusive and sustainable economic strategies aligns with the need for innovative solutions, making it attractive to firms looking to expand their operations and portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Economic and Inclusive Growth Strategy and Place Plans

Notice Description

Supporting established aspirations for the economy and our community, Cumberland Council is undertaking the development of an Economic and Inclusive Growth Strategy, supported by a Place Framework. The project seeks to respond to the current and future challenges and opportunities faced by Cumberland's economy and determine a strategy that will meet the Council's goals of putting health and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do and developing a local economy that works for local people. In addition, we wish to determine a strategy and delivery missions that put the principles of a circular economy and community wealth at the centre of our policy making and actions. To progress and support this work; Cumberland Council is seeking to commission appropriately qualified and experienced consultants to support the inclusive and engaging creation of an Inclusive Growth Strategy and Place plans.

Lot Information

Lot 1

he focus of this project is the development of a clear and evidenced strategy, delivery plan and series of deliverable place plans. It is through this work that it will be possible to further quantify wider delivery outputs. The work is staged with Components 1 to 4 representing a first stage and Component 5 a second: Component 1 - Socio-Economic Analysis and Review Component 2 - Inclusive and Economic Growth Strategy Component 3: Investment and Regeneration Prospectus Component 4 - Place Framework (by December) Component 5 - Place Plans (To be priced separate to components 1 - 4) The Council reserves the right to not award a Stage 2 contract even if Stage 1 is awarded. The Council proposes to enter into the Contract for a maximum period of 5 months with the successful Tenderer for stage 1. Further time may be agreed if it is determined to progress work on stage 2. The value provided is an estimate only. Additional information: Suppliers wishing to express an interest and obtain access to the tender documents should go to www.the-chest.org.uk and click on current opportunities from the navigation area on the left of the screen. On the next screen enter the contract Reference (DN726349) in the box labelled 'contains' then click search. Click on the Blue link for the contract title to view the opportunity. To express an interest you will need to login. If you are not already registered on the www.the-chest.org.uk you will need to return to the home page and click on Register. Register free link in the navigation area on the left of the screen. Registration is free of charge and your username and password will be emailed to you. Cumberland Council is fully supportive of all aspects of diversity including ethnicity, race, religion, age, disability and sexual orientation. In this respect Cumberland Council welcomes expressions of interest from ethnic minority, disabled and other diverse business communities and the voluntary sector. Economic operators are therefore required to fully comply with all statutory obligations/applicable legislation and there will be a requirement to participate in the authority's supplier audits on all aspects of diversity. The contracting authority expressly reserves the right: (i) not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and (ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition; and in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of potential suppliers. The contracting authority reserve the right to use any electronic portal during the life of the agreement. The value provided in Section II.1.5 is only an estimate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047054
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027469-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£152,057 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Hayley Samson
Contact Email
procurement.capital@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1228226417

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD1 Cumbria

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAMBRIDGE ECONOMETRICS

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