Tender

BT1827 - Water Cycle Study

LUTON COUNCIL

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Tender

01 Sep 2025 at 16:43

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council is seeking a consultant for a Water Cycle Study aimed at supporting the town’s development and growth. The study will assess the existing and future capacity of Luton’s water and wastewater infrastructure and the impact of any proposed developments. This initiative falls under the services category, specifically research and development services, and involves an open procurement method. The submission deadline for this tender is the 23rd of September 2025, with the enquiry period closing on the 19th of September 2025. The contract is expected to begin on the 30th of September 2025 and conclude by the 29th of September 2026. Located in Luton, within the UKH21 region, this project represents a key opportunity within the public authority and sub-central government sector.

The Water Cycle Study presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services related to infrastructure and urban development. With a project value of up to £48,000, this tender is particularly suitable for SMEs, given its open competition setup and below-threshold procurement method. Businesses with expertise in environmental impact assessments, infrastructure planning, and regional development are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. Emphasising quality, with a weighting of 70%, alongside a 30% price consideration, this contract encourages organisations that can provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to improve Luton’s water management and strategic planning capabilities.

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Notice Title

BT1827 - Water Cycle Study

Notice Description

The planning policy team is seeking a consultant to produce a Water Cycle Study (WCS) to provide evidence to support the development and future growth of the town. The aim of the WCS will be to identify the current and projected future capacity of water and wastewater infrastructure in Luton assess the potential impact of proposed development on that infrastructure; and specify the investment required to mitigate any negative impacts.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0591b1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052964-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Anushka Vadodaria
Contact Email
procurement@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH21 Luton

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

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