Tender

Invitation to tender for Landscape Advice Services for the Broads Authority

BROADS AUTHORITY

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30 Mar 2026 at 12:08

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Broads Authority, located in Norwich, is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for Landscape Advice Services, aiming to support its Planning department. This contract falls under the services category with a focus on urban planning and landscape architectural services. Interested parties should note that the tender period ends on 5th May 2026, with an enquiry period that closes on 13th April 2026. The procurement method is open competition, below threshold, and all submissions must be sent to tenders@broads-authority.gov.uk. The contract is due to commence on 1st July 2026 and may be extended by an additional two years subject to mutual agreement.

This tender provides a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in landscape architecture and urban planning, especially those experienced in advising local planning authorities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, benefiting from the tender value of £72,000. The award criteria prioritise competitive pricing alongside experience, technical expertise, trade references, and local knowledge, making it ideal for firms with robust credentials in these domains. With potential contract extension options available, successful bidders can benefit from sustained business growth and strengthened ties with public sector entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to tender for Landscape Advice Services for the Broads Authority

Notice Description

The Broads Authority is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced landscape architect to supply landscape advice, primarily to the Planning department. Work will include: * advising on landscape matters in relation to planning applications; * involvement in the drafting of planning policies in relation to landscape matters; along with other works detailed in the tender pack.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended by a further two years if agreeable by both parties

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0677c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029073-2026
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

CPV Codes

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jul 2029 3-4 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
BROADS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 1RY
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Thorpe Hamlet
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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