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Award

08 Jun 2026 at 09:05

Tender

30 Mar 2026 at 12:33

Summary of the contracting process

Rother District Council, located in Bexhill-on-Sea, UK, has recently completed the "RDC JB Green and Blue Infrastructure Study" tender process, which was initiated on 30th March 2026. This procurement falls under the services category and aimed at developing a comprehensive Green and Blue Infrastructure Framework to aid the preparation of the Council’s Local Plan for 2025-2042. This study serves as vital technical evidence to support the establishment of planning standards for open space provision and environmental quality. The open competition, classified under the scheme "CPV" with categories such as technical analysis, research and development, and environmental planning, concluded with Land Use Consultants Limited being awarded the contract, commencing from 28th May 2026 to 30th September 2027, valued at £34,998.88.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the environmental consultancy and urban planning sector to contribute to crucial public infrastructure projects. Such projects not only bolster a firm’s portfolio with regard to public sector credentials but also offer engagement with local government initiatives that shape strategic environmental planning policies. Companies specialising in technical analysis, consultancy services, and environmental planning, particularly those capable of providing innovative solutions to sustainable development frameworks, would find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar future procurements initiated by Rother District Council and similar public authorities. Engaging in these projects enhances business growth through strategic partnerships and expert contributions to community-benefitting projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

RDC JB Green and Blue Infrastructure Study (ESPH730 MV)

Notice Description

Rother District Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Consultant to produce a Green and Blue Infrastructure Framework (including Open Space Standards) Study. The study will be a key piece of technical evidence informing the preparation of the Council's new Local Plan (2025-2042). Its primary purpose is to provide the robust, quantitative justification required to set planning standards for open space provision, accessibility, and quality, and to spatially define the strategic green and blue infrastructure network. This will directly underpin the delivery of specific emerging planning policies.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0677d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053638-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

90712000 - Environmental planning

90712100 - Urban environmental development planning

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,998 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
27 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BEXHILL-ON-SEA
Postcode
TN39 3JX
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ22 East Sussex CC

Local Authority
Rother
Electoral Ward
Bexhill Central
Westminster Constituency
Bexhill and Battle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAND USE CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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