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Local Plan Representation Processing and Analysis

CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL

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18 Nov 2025 at 15:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Local Plan Representation Processing and Analysis" was conducted by Chelmsford City Council, a sub-central government public authority in the United Kingdom. The process relates to urban planning services and follows a direct procurement method without competition, categorized under 'services'. The contract, valued at £75,000 net, started on 18th November 2025 and will be completed by 8th January 2026. The Only Lot was awarded to DAC Planning Ltd, highlighting the tender's status as complete with an active award. The procurement pertains to the UKH3 region.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in urban planning services to collaborate with local government authorities, which can enhance their portfolio and business relationships. It is particularly ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer specialized knowledge and experience in processing and analysing local plan representations. Involvement in similar contracts can provide businesses with valuable insights and project experience, making them more competitive in future bids. Companies with a focus on planning and policy analysis are well-suited to participate and excel in such public procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

Local Plan Representation Processing and Analysis

Notice Description

Support and advice for the Local Plan Representation Processing and Analysis requirement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e39f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074901-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71410000 - Urban planning services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2025 - 8 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@chelmsford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1JE
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Marconi
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAC PLANNING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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