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Support for Ecology, Nutrient Neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain

BRECKLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL

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15 Apr 2026 at 08:37

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was initiated by Breckland District Council under the title "Support for Ecology, Nutrient Neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain" and falls within the services category, specifically focusing on environmental planning. Although the procurement method was below the threshold specified, it was carried out in the UK, with the council based in Dereham, United Kingdom. This contract has reached the award stage, with Essex County Council identified as the supplier. Key dates include the contract's active status from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, with the potential for renewal up to 31 March 2028. The contract was signed on 30 March 2026, with a gross value amounting to £96,000, confirming its commitment to enhancing ecological initiatives through planning application processes.

For businesses looking to leverage opportunities in environmental services, this tender provides significant growth prospects. Companies specialising in ecological planning, nutrient neutrality, and biodiversity net gain can benefit from engaging with Breckland District Council's strategic environmental agenda. Large-scale suppliers like Essex County Council have demonstrated their capability to fulfill such contracts, highlighting that businesses equipped to handle complex environmental planning and consultancy services are well-suited to compete. The ability to extend the contract for an additional year presents further opportunities for sustained business development in this sector.

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Notice Title

Support for Ecology, Nutrient Neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain

Notice Description

Support for Ecology, Nutrient Neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain insofar as it relates to planning applications

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068288
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034013-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90712000 - Environmental planning

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£96,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRECKLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DEREHAM
Postcode
NR19 1EE
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Breckland
Electoral Ward
Dereham Neatherd
Westminster Constituency
Mid Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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