Tender

Integrated Sustainability Appraisal and an accompanying Habitats Regulation Assessment

CYNGOR GWYNEDD

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Tender

17 Oct 2025 at 14:57

Summary of the contracting process

Cyngor Gwynedd, located in Caernarfon, is seeking a qualified consultant for an Integrated Sustainability Appraisal and Habitats Regulation Assessment to support the preparation of their new Local Development Plan (2024-2039). This procurement is in the "services" category under the open procedure and is active with a tender closing date on 19th November 2025. The enquiry period ends on 13th November 2025, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st December 2025 and could extend up to 2031. Previously, the original tender notice was cancelled due to bilingual issues, but a new notice has since been issued to continue the process.

With an anticipated contract period extending potentially over several years and a significant budget of £250,000 to £300,000, this opportunity is particularly suited for businesses in the consultancy sector, especially those specialising in architectural, construction, engineering, and environmental consultancy services. The tender includes possibilities for contract renewals and additional engagements, providing steady work to enhance growth and visibility. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with the relevant expertise in sustainability assessments and public sector experience stand to benefit notably from pursuing this contract with Cyngor Gwynedd.

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Notice Title

Integrated Sustainability Appraisal and an accompanying Habitats Regulation Assessment

Notice Description

Cyngor Gwynedd is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced consultant to undertake an Integrated Sustainability Appraisal and an accompanying Habitats Regulation Assessment (HRA) to aid their preparation of the new Local Development Plan (2024-2039).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Successful consultants may be called upon to attend Council meetings and/or the LDP Examination in Public (EiP). A daily rate is requested for such additional services.

Renewal: Up to the adoption of the LDP which is anticipated to take in the region of 3 to 4 years +1 +1 possible extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cf1f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068304-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 1 Dec 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CYNGOR GWYNEDD
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Sharon Goodman Jones
Contact Email
sharongoodmanjones@gwynedd.llyw.cymru
Contact Phone
+441286679241

Buyer Location

Locality
CAERNARFON
Postcode
LL55 1SH
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL32 Gwynedd
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gwynedd
Electoral Ward
Canol Tref Caernarfon
Westminster Constituency
Dwyfor Meirionnydd

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