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ESC Design Code

East Suffolk Council

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

06 Mar 2026 at 13:20

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
TenderUpdate

03 Oct 2025 at 11:13

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

30 Sep 2025 at 12:35

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

26 Aug 2025 at 13:36

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

26 Aug 2025 at 13:22

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Suffolk Council has concluded the procurement process for the development of the ESC Design Code, aimed at creating a comprehensive district-wide design code. This initiative, falling under the category of services, involved collaborative engagement to gather user insights and audit existing policies to inform future design structures. The procurement, conducted through an open competition, reached the award stage with David Lock Associates being appointed as the supplier. The contract, valued at £55,000, commenced on 25th February 2026 and is set to conclude on 30th April 2026, with a possibility of renewal for an additional two months. Located in Woodbridge, UKH14, the project involves pertinent dates such as the planning stage in August 2025 and subsequent tender updates leading to the award.

This project offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in design consultancy, business development, building consultancy, and environmental planning sectors to engage with public authorities in the UK. SMEs with expertise in creative and analytical design, community engagement, and policy auditing are particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders. By participating in the development of district-wide planning and design initiatives, businesses can expand their portfolio and strengthen relationships with local government bodies, aligning closely with ongoing local planning and urban development efforts throughout East Suffolk. This approachable procurement method facilitates ample room for innovative ideas and collaborative efforts, making it a lucrative path for growth-oriented business entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESC Design Code

Notice Description

East Suffolk Council is seeking to appoint a consultant or team to deliver the Stage 1: Engagement and Insight phase of a new district-wide Design Code. This stage will focus on gathering user insight, testing inclusive engagement methods, and auditing existing policy and guidance to inform the future design code structure.

Planning Information

Please email your EOI to procurement@eastsuffolk.gov.uk with the title 'EOI - ESC Design Code -Stage 1' Please include: Company Name Contact details, telephone, address, email address Company webpage (if applicable) Further detail will then be sent to you regarding the project and expected timescales etc

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058dc1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020393-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71315200 - Building consultancy services

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

71410000 - Urban planning services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

90712000 - Environmental planning

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£55,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
25 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East Suffolk Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Postcode Area
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
TLH1 East Anglia
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

David Lock Associates

Further Information

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