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Runcorn Regeneration and Investment Plan

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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04 Aug 2025 at 11:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Runcorn Regeneration and Investment Plan" has been completed by Halton Borough Council. This initiative falls under the services category and specifically targets urban environmental development planning. Located in Widnes, United Kingdom, Halton Borough Council awarded the contract in August 2025 following a direct procurement method that was below the threshold and conducted without competition. This process began with the contract signing on 7th July 2025 and covers the period until 27th February 2026. The Hope Street Strategy Company Ltd, based in London, was chosen as the supplier to develop the regeneration and investment plan, building on the existing 'Reconnecting Runcorn' Town Investment Plan.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specializing in urban development and environmental planning to engage in regional regeneration efforts. Companies experienced in creating comprehensive investment strategies, particularly those adept at collaborating with local government entities, would find such projects conducive to business growth. Given the scale and focus on enhancing Runcorn's Old Town, SME consultancies like The Hope Street Strategy Company Ltd are well-suited to contribute innovative solutions towards sustainable urban development.

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Notice Title

Runcorn Regeneration and Investment Plan

Notice Description

To develop the Old Town Regeneration and Investment Plan in line with the government's guidance. The development of the plan is an opportunity to build on the 'Reconnecting Runcorn' Town Investment Plan produced in 2021; by refreshing the vision for the Old Town and creating momentum behind a new partnership effort to ensure everyone is benefitting from the growth of the town as a whole.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056c3e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045625-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90712100 - Urban environmental development planning

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,480 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
julie.leong@halton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WIDNES
Postcode
WA8 7QF
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Central & West Bank
Westminster Constituency
Widnes and Halewood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE HOPE STREET STRATEGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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