Framework for Specialist Planning Advice: Landscape (Sussex area of the South Downs National Park)

SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

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Award

16 Jun 2026 at 10:16

TenderUpdate

01 Dec 2025 at 14:41

Tender

24 Nov 2025 at 14:21

Summary of the contracting process

The "Framework for Specialist Planning Advice: Landscape" tender was carried out by the South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA), aimed at securing specialist landscape advice for planning applications in the Sussex area of the South Downs National Park. The procurement process reached its completion with the contract being awarded on 16 June 2026 to PELL FRISCHMANN CONSULTANTS LIMITED. The contract is set to begin on 1 April 2026 and will continue until 31 March 2029, with the possibility of a one-year extension. This framework operates under an open procurement method, below threshold, and does not include reopening competition due to its single supplier framework nature. The main category involved is services related to urban planning and landscape architectural services, with a gross contract value of £87,120. This process is conducted under the legislative framework detailed in UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses engaged in urban planning and landscape architecture, particularly those specialising in environmental planning. Given the single supplier approach, firms with a strong understanding of the South Downs National Park's unique landscape and planning context hold a competitive edge. Large enterprises like PELL FRISCHMANN have already secured this contract, indicating that businesses capable of providing comprehensive landscape advice while maintaining competitive pricing are well-suited for this framework. With a focus on strategic planning and the possibility of extension, the framework fosters long-term business engagement and growth within the key regions of the UKJ area.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Framework for Specialist Planning Advice: Landscape (Sussex area of the South Downs National Park)

Notice Description

The South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) carried out a tendering exercise with the objective of securing specialist landscape advice for planning officers. Planning applications range across the Sussex area of the South Downs National Park.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The SDNPA may extend the Framework Period by a further period of up to one year by giving written notice of its intention to extend this Framework and the required length of such extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e77f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056527-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

90712000 - Environmental planning

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£87,120 Under £100K
Lots Value
£87,120 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£87,120 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDHURST
Postcode
GU29 9DH
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Midhurst
Westminster Constituency
Arundel and South Downs

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PELL FRISCHMANN CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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