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Design Code Pathfinders

TEWKESBURY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

18 Jul 2025 at 09:59

Tender

16 May 2025 at 12:34

Summary of the contracting process

Tewkesbury Borough Council, in collaboration with Cheltenham Borough Council and Gloucester City Council, has concluded the procurement process for the "Design Code Pathfinders" project, a strategic initiative backed by the Office of Place to develop an exemplary design code for the region. This contract, awarded to DHUD Ltd, spans from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026, with a potential six-month extension. The project focuses on creating a framework for sustainable urban development across these unique regions, and it is categorised under research and development services. The procurement was conducted through an open competition below the threshold, marking the completion of this procurement stage.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for experienced consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in urban planning and sustainable development, to showcase their expertise and contribute to setting high-quality standards in urban design. The project seeks innovative and visionary consultants to lead the charge, making it particularly appealing to large consultancy firms with a strong portfolio in creating vibrant and environmentally responsive urban spaces. Businesses with a focus on research and development, consultancy services, and those inclined towards activities that dovetail with public sector frameworks have the opportunity to engage in significant urban development work, thus allowing them to broaden their influence and growth potential within the UK consultancy market.

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Notice Title

Design Code Pathfinders

Notice Description

Tewkesbury Borough Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Gloucester City Council have been selected by The Office of Place (Now MHCLG) as Design Code Pathfinders to prepare an exemplar design code, covering the three areas. The design code will be a framework for creating healthy, safe, green, environmentally responsive, sustainable and distinctive places, with a consistent and high-quality standard of design. The Strategic and Local Plan (SLP) area has distinct built and landscape characters, and history, and within each LA are further distinct character areas. It is vital future development reflects the strengths and unique character of the areas within the SLP, whilst making the best use of land and protecting/enhancing its unique natural and historic environment. The SLP councils are seeking experienced and visionary Consultants to prepare the design code, aiming to be an exemplar design code for the region.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0515d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041222-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

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

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£99,910 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEWKESBURY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Heather Judge
Contact Email
procurement@tewkesbury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01684272083

Buyer Location

Locality
TEWKESBURY
Postcode
GL20 5TT
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tewkesbury
Electoral Ward
Tewkesbury South
Westminster Constituency
Tewkesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DHUD

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