Planning

Options Appraisal for North Lodge

CROMER TOWN COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

31 Jul 2025 at 12:41

Planning

17 Jul 2025 at 11:20

Summary of the contracting process

Cromer Town Council, a sub-central government public authority in the United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a tender process for carrying out an options appraisal for North Lodge, which is located in Cromer, NR27 0AH. The engagement milestone is set for the 8th August 2025, highlighting the council's commitment to transparent communication via its website, social media, and direct local invitations. The key procurement details include the focus on real estate and administration services, with regions across the United Kingdom being considered for delivery. The process employs a 'light touch' procurement regime, ideal for contracts below the financial threshold with a gross value of £25,000. The contract period is planned from 25th August to 30th October 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in real estate services and administration. Companies experienced in undertaking feasibility studies or property management appraisals can leverage their capabilities to compete effectively for this contract. Additionally, businesses familiar with the unique regional requirements of various UK areas are well-suited to address Cromer Town Council's logistical needs. The prospect of providing tailored solutions as part of the options appraisal is attractive for firms looking to expand their portfolio and for those aiming to establish a strong presence in the public sector consultancy market.

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Notice Title

Options Appraisal for North Lodge

Notice Description

To provide Cromer Town Council with an options appraisal to determine the best course of action regarding the suitability of the current office space it utilises

Planning Information

On our website, social media and some local direct invitations

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056125
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044745-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

70000000 - Real estate services

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Aug 2025 - 30 Oct 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROMER TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jane Wisson
Contact Email
clerk@cromer-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441263512254

Buyer Location

Locality
CROMER
Postcode
NR27 0AH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH52 North and West Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
North Norfolk
Electoral Ward
Suffield Park
Westminster Constituency
North Norfolk

Further Information

Notice Documents

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