Tender

Planning Consultants

LIVEWEST HOMES LIMITED

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Tender

24 Sep 2025 at 14:33

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Planning Consultants" is being conducted by LiveWest Homes Limited, a sub-central government public authority based in Exeter, United Kingdom. The procurement is in the tender stage, inviting bids for a framework aimed at pre-qualifying planning consultants for new developments, asset management, and ad hoc advice. The contract is to be executed through an open procedure with a total project value of GBP 640,000, which includes services under the categories of urban planning and landscape architectural services, and construction-related services. The tender has several lots with specific geographic focuses such as Devon & Cornwall and West of England & Somerset, with contracts set to commence from 1st March 2026 and conclude by 28th February 2030. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 29th October 2025, while any enquiries should be resolved by 20th October 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, particularly those specialising in planning and asset management services. Companies with expertise in urban and landscape planning, as well as those providing construction-related services, stand to benefit. This framework will enable these businesses to connect with LiveWest for projects that require compliance with diverse planning regulations and streamlined procurement processes. As preferences are given based on quality and competitive pricing, with a weighting of 65% for quality and 35% for price, enterprises that can deliver high-quality services at competitive rates have an edge. The opportunity to secure a position in multiple lots enhances the potential for business growth and stability over the four-year duration of the framework agreement.

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Notice Title

Planning Consultants

Notice Description

The purpose of this framework is to seek pre-qualified planning consultants to instruct on the following matters: * New developments (including strategic planning and planning applications) * Asset management * Ad hoc planning advice. This framework aims to simplify the planning process, ensure compliance with regulations, and streamline the procurement of expert planning support. Planning Consultants play a crucial role in navigating planning policies and securing consents. The framework will connect LiveWest with pre-qualified professionals who ensure compliance with local and national planning regulations, supporting the successful delivery of our projects. Please follow this link https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=514c9be4-2b99-f011-813a-005056b64545 to express an interest, find tender documents and submit a bid

Lot Information

New Development - Devon & Cornwall

Lot 1 - New Development - Devon & Cornwall

New Development - West of England & Somerset

Lot 2 - New Development - West of England & Somerset

Asset Management - Bristol, Bath & West of England

Lot 3 - Asset Management - Bristol, Bath & West of England

Asset Management - South Devon

Lot 4 - Asset Management - South Devon

Asset Management - North Devon & South Somerset

Lot 5 - Asset Management - North Devon & South Somerset

Asset Management - Cornwall

Lot 6 - Asset Management - Cornwall

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a152
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059360-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

71500000 - Construction-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVEWEST HOMES LIMITED
Contact Name
Jenny Marles
Contact Email
jenny.marles@livewest.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX5 2FZ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
East Devon
Electoral Ward
Broadclyst
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

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