Tender

Test Valley Water Cycle Study

TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

27 Oct 2025 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

Test Valley Borough Council is inviting qualified contractors to bid for the "Test Valley Water Cycle Study," a service-oriented contract aimed at preparing a Water Cycle Study to support the Test Valley Local Plan. This contract falls under the environmental services industry, with specific focuses on geological, geophysical, and agricultural services. The project is located in the South East region of the UK, specifically Andover, and it is currently at the tender stage. The procurement method being used is an open competition, with the tender period closing on 17th November 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract is valued at £40,000 net (£48,000 gross), with an emphasis on quality (70%) over cost (30%), and the contract period spans from 1st December 2025 to 6th March 2026.

This procurement opportunity can significantly impact businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the public sector's environmental services domain. It is particularly suited for companies specialising in environmental consultancy, geological assessments, and agricultural services. Engaging in this contract can help businesses build a solid portfolio in public sector projects, potentially leading to further opportunities within similar government frameworks. Companies with the capability to ensure high-quality deliverables within the specified contract period will likely find this tender profitable and growth-contributing. The open competitive nature provides a fair and transparent entry point for capable businesses looking to collaborate with public entities like Test Valley Borough Council.

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Notice Title

Test Valley Water Cycle Study

Notice Description

Test Valley Borough Council is seeking the appointment of an appropriately qualified contractor to prepare a Water Cycle Study (WCS) to support the preparation of the emerging Test Valley Local Plan. This will form part of the evidence base and will inform polices and the infrastructure needed to support the delivery of sustainable future development.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d44e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068589-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71351200 - Geological and geophysical consultancy services

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

90700000 - Environmental 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
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 6 Mar 2026 1-6 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
TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Dave Owers
Contact Email
dowers@testvalley.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01264368000

Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP10 3AJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

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