This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

02 Jul 2026 at 08:21

Award

23 Jun 2026 at 09:29

Tender

02 Apr 2026 at 14:08

Summary of the contracting process

Mid Devon District Council has carried out the procurement process for the "MD26017 - Plan Mid Devon Viability Assessment," aimed at preparing a combined Housing and Economic Needs Assessment (HENA) for the district. The process was conducted via an open competition, classified as a below-threshold procurement method. This tender, falling under the industry category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services, is now complete. The contract was awarded on 2nd February 2026, with the active contract period running from 6th July 2026 to 5th April 2029. This project is crucial for providing up-to-date evidence-based information, which will support the Council's preparation of a new local plan, alongside additional plans, programmes, and strategies. The procurement process took place in the UK region UKK43, with an award value of £37,150 net.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in consultancy services related to housing and economic assessments. Businesses that are well-suited for such tenders typically possess a robust background in research and development, offering evidence-based consultancy. Engaging in such projects can help firms build credibility and experience in strategic assessments, enhancing their portfolio and opening doors for future projects with governmental bodies. The successful supplier for this tender was DIXON SEARLE PARTNERSHIP LIMITED, reflecting the demand for specialists with the capability to deliver comprehensive and detailed assessments that influence public sector planning and policy-making landscapes.

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Notice Title

MD26017 - Plan Mid Devon Viability Assessment

Notice Description

A suitably qualified and experienced consultant is sought to prepare a combined Housing and Economic Needs Assessment (HENA) for Mid Devon district. The HENA will provide up to date, robust, evidence-based information and will form a key part of the evidence base that will be used to help inform the preparation of a new local plan and also other plans, programmes and strategies prepared by the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067c0c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062035-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£66,666 Under £100K
Lots Value
£66,666 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£97,011 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 5 Apr 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MID DEVON 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
TIVERTON
Postcode
EX16 6PP
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK4 Devon

Local Authority
Mid Devon
Electoral Ward
Tiverton Castle
Westminster Constituency
Tiverton and Minehead

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BE GROUP

DIXON SEARLE PARTNERSHIP

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