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Single supplier framework for the assessment of Viability Appraisals, Marketing, Needs and Impact Assessments for Planning (Development Management) purposes, for South Downs National Park Authority

SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

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TenderUpdate

29 Apr 2026 at 08:07

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 15:40

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Downs National Park Authority has initiated a tender for a single supplier framework aimed at providing expert advice on development viability, marketing, needs, and impact assessments to assist its planning officers. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically within technical and urban planning services. The framework's estimated value is £180,000 and will encompass regions in the United Kingdom, particularly focusing on the UKJ area. It is currently in the tender stage, with submissions being accepted until 28th May 2026 through the In-tend e-procurement portal. The procurement method is open competition, below threshold, as per UK legislation.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses proficient in planning and technical services, specifically those recognised as small and medium enterprises (SMEs). With a direct award contracting method through a single supplier framework, there is significant scope for growth and stability for the successful bidder. Businesses with expertise in understanding briefs within a National Park context, innovative methodological approaches, effective resourcing, and competitive pricing are well-suited to compete for this contract, providing them the opportunity to engage directly with a public authority. The framework begins in August 2026 and runs for two years with possible extensions, presenting a lasting engagement prospect for the winning supplier.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Single supplier framework for the assessment of Viability Appraisals, Marketing, Needs and Impact Assessments for Planning (Development Management) purposes, for South Downs National Park Authority

Notice Description

The objective is to secure specialist expert advice through a single supplier framework on matters of development viability, marketing, need and impact assessments. This is to help South Downs National Park Authority planning officers determine development management applications and make representations on related appeals.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: No later than three (3) months before the end of the Framework Period or before the end of any previous Extension(s) of the Framework Period (as the case may be) the SDNPA may extend the Framework Period by a further period or periods of up to one year by giving written notice to the Contractor of its wish to extend this Framework and the required length of such extension. Any such Extension shall be on the same terms and conditions and at the same rates as under this Framework. The maximum extension shall be to 1 August 2029.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068d3e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038924-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

71356400 - Technical planning services

71410000 - Urban planning services

98390000 - Other services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 1 Aug 2028 1-2 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
SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDHURST
Postcode
GU29 9DH
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Midhurst
Westminster Constituency
Arundel and South Downs

Further Information

Notice Documents

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