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Award

15 Jul 2026 at 09:46

Tender

02 Apr 2026 at 07:53

Summary of the contracting process

Erewash Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for the "EBCT 447 Invitation to tender for Stage 1 Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA)" focusing on the environmental consultancy industry. Situated in Ilkeston, UK, the process aimed to support the council's new Local Plan by assessing flood risks, crucial for determining suitable development sites. The procurement was conducted under an open competition method labelled as "Below threshold," with the award notice published on 15th July 2026. The awarded contract, valued at £19,327.48 gross, runs from 13th July 2026 to 31st October 2026 and involves the provision of hazard protection and environmental consultancy services by Tetra Tech Limited, based in Leeds.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the environmental consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in hazard protection and strategic environmental assessments. The procurement, having been conducted through an open competition method, provided a level playing field for various businesses, including SMEs and VCSEs. Companies with expertise in flood risk assessment and strategic planning would find this contract beneficial for expanding their portfolio and contributing to regional development projects. Engaging in such public contracts allows businesses to demonstrate their expertise while building a reputation for quality and reliability in delivering essential environmental assessment services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

EBCT 447 Invitation to tender for Stage 1 Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA)

Notice Description

Erewash Borough Council (EBC) have started work on a new Local Plan, which will be drawn up using the new (currently draft) National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) 2025. The Planning Policy team is embarking on an evidence base gathering exercise so that a new Local Plan can be submitted within the next 3 years, in line with Government objectives on producing a Local Plan within 30 months. EBC are now looking for a contractor to prepare and present a Stage 1 Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) to be used by the Planning Policy team to help contribute towards setting an environmental baseline for the Local Plan, and then informing on the selection and suitability of development sites/allocations to be included in the plan.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067b5a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066623-2026
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
SME, VCSE
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

71317000 - Hazard protection and control consultancy services

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£16,106 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EREWASH BOROUGH 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
ILKESTON
Postcode
DE7 5RP
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire

Local Authority
Erewash
Electoral Ward
Little Hallam
Westminster Constituency
Erewash

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TETRA TECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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