Tender

Planning Consultancy Services at the University of Huddersfield

UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD

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Tender

14 Nov 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Huddersfield, a public authority sub-central government entity, has initiated a tender for Planning Consultancy Services with an open procurement method. This opportunity, identified as PS2025 017, falls under the urban planning services category (CPV code 71410000) and is located in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. The tender is currently active, with important dates including an enquiry period end date of 5th December 2025 and a submission deadline on 12th December 2025. This tender focuses on delivering services worth up to a gross value of £90,000 (with a net amount of £75,000 GBP) and emphasises a competitive award process attributing 40% weight to price and 60% to quality. The contract period is set to commence on 1st March 2026 and last until 29th February 2028, with possibilities for renewal up to three additional years, subject to performance and cost reviews.

Engaging in this tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in urban planning services to establish a foothold or expand their presence in the public sector. The contract is particularly suitable for SMEs due to its open competition procurement method and the structured emphasis on quality and price, offering a fair ground for competition. Companies with a strong track record in delivering comprehensive planning consultancy services may find this tender an excellent avenue for future growth and partnership with a reputable educational institution such as the University of Huddersfield. Additionally, the potential for renewals provides a long-term partnership opportunity, contingent upon successful delivery and continuous adherence to performance standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Planning Consultancy Services at the University of Huddersfield

Notice Description

The University of Huddersfield is seeking to appoint a contractor to deliver Planning Consultancy Services as further described within the tender documentation. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Huddersfield:-Urban-planning-services./59259UP96A To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/59259UP96A

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of two years, with the potential for x3 1-year annual renewals, subject to performance and cost reviews.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e1e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074142-2025
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71410000 - Urban planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 20251 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD
Contact Name
Jack Booker
Contact Email
j.d.booker@hud.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+4401484258241

Buyer Location

Locality
HUDDERSFIELD
Postcode
HD1 3DH
Post Town
Huddersfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
TLE4 West Yorkshire

Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Newsome
Westminster Constituency
Huddersfield

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