Tender

Destination Tourism Growth & Management Plan for the CotswoldsPlus Local visitor economy partnership

COTSWOLD DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Feb 2026 at 11:50

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Summary of the contracting process

Cotswold District Council is seeking proposals for the "Destination Tourism Growth & Management Plan for the CotswoldsPlus Local Visitor Economy Partnership." This active tender, classified under administrative services related to tourism affairs and research consultancy services, is part of the council's effort to foster sustainable growth in tourism. The procurement, operating under an open method, invites bids until 13th March 2026. Located in Cirencester, United Kingdom, this initiative, which starts in April 2026 and concludes in November 2026, aligns with national and regional priorities and involves engaging stakeholders to ensure long-term resilience and environmental sustainability.

This tender provides a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in tourism consultancy, sustainable tourism development, and strategic planning. Companies with expertise in evidence-led analysis and stakeholder engagement will find this an effective platform to demonstrate their capabilities. Engaging in this process can allow businesses to contribute to a strategic framework that promotes economic growth and community well-being, ensuring continued positive impact on the visitor economy. The tender's criteria weigh heavily on quality (60%), making it advantageous for firms that can offer innovative, high-quality solutions tailored to regional tourism needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Destination Tourism Growth & Management Plan for the CotswoldsPlus Local visitor economy partnership

Notice Description

This contract is required to develop a single, comprehensive growth and management plan for the CotswoldsPlus LVEP area, aligned with national, regional and local priorities. The plan must be: * evidence-led and underpinned by robust, up-to-date data * shaped through meaningful engagement with stakeholders, communities and businesses * focused on sustainable growth, place stewardship and long-term resilience The plan will provide a shared strategic foundation to guide investment, policy alignment and partnership working, ensuring the visitor economy continues to contribute positively to economic growth, community wellbeing and environmental sustainability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065cdf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017243-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

75125000 - Administrative services related to tourism affairs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
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
COTSWOLD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CIRENCESTER
Postcode
GL7 1PX
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLK13 Gloucestershire CC
Local Authority
Cotswold
Electoral Ward
Watermoor
Westminster Constituency
South Cotswolds

Further Information

Notice Documents

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