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TMBC Landscape Evidence Tender

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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14 Nov 2024 at 19:09

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Summary of the contracting process

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council (TMBC) has initiated a tender process for the provision of landscape evidence to inform its emerging Local Plan and development management decisions. The procurement process, titled "TMBC Landscape Evidence Tender," falls under the "Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security" industry category. The tender was released on 15 November 2024, with the deadline for expressions of interest set for 12:00 pm on 13 December 2024, and the final submission deadline for completed tenders at 12:00 pm on 20 December 2024. The evaluation of submissions will take place during the week commencing 6 January 2025, with the appointment of the contractor anticipated for the week commencing 20 January 2025. This procurement is being conducted via an open procedure and covers the South East region, specifically West Malling (UKJ46). The project duration is expected to be 360 days, and all submissions must be made electronically through the Kent Business Portal.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in landscape consulting, environmental consulting, and urban planning. Firms that offer comprehensive landscape character assessments, landscape sensitivity assessments, and landscape and visual appraisals will find this tender particularly suitable. Additionally, businesses with expertise in renewable energy assessments and those considering green gap analysis will have the chance to contribute to key regional planning decisions. By participating, businesses can enhance their portfolios with high-impact local government projects and expand their operational footprint within the public sector. This tender provides a platform for qualified service providers to support sustainable development and inform crucial land use planning in the Tonbridge & Malling area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TMBC Landscape Evidence Tender

Notice Description

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council (TMBC) ('The Council') is looking to commission landscape evidence to inform the emerging Local Plan and provide a tool for development management decisions. Whilst local plan timescales have not been formally confirmed / agreed, it is likely that a Regulation 18 consultation will take place around Summer 2025, with the aim of Local Plan submission by the December 2026 deadline as currently proposed In the latest NPPF consultation. The landscape evidence will need to inform the Regulation 18 Local Plan and will include three individual studies: a borough wide Landscape Character Assessment, a Landscape Sensitivity Assessment around our sustainable settlements, a Landscape and Visual Appraisal of land and potential development sites (as submitted to our Land Availability Assessment) around our most sustainable settlements, currently proposed to be those within Tiers 1-4 and key junctions, and a borough wide Landscape Sensitivity assessment for Renewable energy (solar and wind). An optional fourth task is also included, which will consider whether there is potential to identify certain areas as Green Gaps, within the Local Plan. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: Friday 15 November 2024 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm Friday 13 December 2024 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm Friday 20 December 2024 Evaluation: w/c 6 January 2025 Appointment of contractor: w/c 20 January 2025 ** PLEASE NOTE: All expressions of interest, and subsequent correspondence and submissions, must be received via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk) **

Lot Information

Lot 1

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council (TMBC) ('The Council') is looking to commission landscape evidence to inform the emerging Local Plan and provide a tool for development management decisions. Whilst local plan timescales have not been formally confirmed / agreed, it is likely that a Regulation 18 consultation will take place around Summer 2025, with the aim of Local Plan submission by the December 2026 deadline as currently proposed In the latest NPPF consultation. The landscape evidence will need to inform the Regulation 18 Local Plan and will include three individual studies: a borough wide Landscape Character Assessment, a Landscape Sensitivity Assessment around our sustainable settlements, a Landscape and Visual Appraisal of land and potential development sites (as submitted to our Land Availability Assessment) around our most sustainable settlements, currently proposed to be those within Tiers 1-4 and key junctions, and a borough wide Landscape Sensitivity assessment for Renewable energy (solar and wind). An optional fourth task is also included, which will consider whether there is potential to identify certain areas as Green Gaps, within the Local Plan.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b69a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036923-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Dec 2024Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MALLING
Postcode
ME19 4LZ
Postcode Area
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ46 West Kent
Local Authority
Tonbridge and Malling
Electoral Ward
Kings Hill
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

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