Tender

Physical 3D Model of Cambridge City

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 13:49

Summary of the contracting process

South Cambridgeshire District Council is leading a procurement process for the development of a physical 3D model of Cambridge City and its environs, a collaboration with Cambridge City Council. Classified under urban planning and landscape architectural services as well as IT services, this tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage with an open procurement method. The process encourages electronic submissions, with the tender period set to close on 12 February 2026. Interested parties should note the contract’s potential duration from 9 March 2026 to 8 March 2031, with annual renewal options extending up to 8 March 2034.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for firms specialising in urban planning, architectural modelling, and IT consulting services, particularly those skilled in 3D modelling. The contract could provide substantial growth for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given its potential value of £80,000 to £96,000. The focus on quality and price, with weights of 60% and 40%, respectively, indicates an emphasis on the delivery of high-quality work, making it ideal for businesses capable of offering innovative and well-crafted solutions. This contract aligns well for companies looking to establish or expand their footprint within the Cambridgeshire region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Physical 3D Model of Cambridge City

Notice Description

Cambridge City Council (CCC) and South Cambridgeshire District Council (SCDC) are seeking an experienced company to prepare and develop a physical 3D model of Cambridge City and its environs

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: This contract is for a 5-year term with the option to extend each and every year for a further 3 years

Renewal: This contract is for a 5-year term with the option to extend each and every year for a further 3 years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0608bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004363-2026
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2031 Over 5 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
SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@cambridge.gov.uk, sean.missin@scambs.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBOURNE
Postcode
CB23 6EA
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Market
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

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