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Strategic Flood Risk Assessment

COUNCIL OF THE ISLES OF SCILLY

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01 May 2026 at 15:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The Council of the Isles of Scilly has initiated an open tender for conducting a Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA). This procurement, titled "Strategic Flood Risk Assessment," falls under the flood prevention works and environmental services categories within the United Kingdom (UKK3 region). The assessment aims to inform the Local Plan Review and manage flood risk due to climate change impacts in this unique and sensitive coastal environment. The tender process commenced on 1st May 2026 and is now in the active stage, with a tender submission deadline set for 5th June 2026 and an enquiry period ending on 22nd May 2026. The procurement process is open and below threshold, targeting experienced consultancies with capabilities in flood risk assessments, proposing a contract value of £15,000 to £18,000 (gross).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for consultancies specialising in environmental and flood risk management services, particularly those with experience in developing strategies for sustainable and climate-resilient development. The project's scope requires engaging with key stakeholders, including the Environment Agency and local community representatives, and providing GIS mapping and other spatial analysis tools. Given the Isles of Scilly's unique environmental challenges and low-lying coastal setting, consultancies capable of delivering innovative and comprehensive flood mitigation strategies will find this contract ideal, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can bring specialised expertise and local insights to contribute effectively to sustainable development goals. This opens pathways for business growth in providing adaptive planning solutions within public and sub-central government domains.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strategic Flood Risk Assessment

Notice Description

The Council of the Isles of Scilly is the UK's smallest unitary authority, located 28 miles off the southwest coast of Cornwall. The Local Planning Authority operates within the UK planning system and covers an archipelago with a population of around 2,200 across five inhabited islands. The Council is seeking to commission a suitably qualified and experienced consultancy to undertake a Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) to inform the evidence base for the Local Plan Review. The Isles of Scilly faces unique flood risk challenges due to its coastal location, low-lying land, and climate change impacts. The SFRA will support policy development around flood risk management, sustainable development, and climate resilience. 2. Objectives * To provide robust evidence to support the Local Plan and future planning decisions in relation to flood risk. * To assess current and future flood risks across the islands, including tidal, surface water, groundwater, and climate change impacts. * To identify flood risk constraints and opportunities for development. * To inform site allocations and policy development in the emerging Local Plan. * To provide spatial outputs (e.g., GIS layers) and recommendations for flood risk mitigation and adaptation. The Isles of Scilly is a unique and sensitive environment with a small resident population (~2,200), high landscape and ecological value, and significant seasonal visitor pressure. The SFRA will ensure that the Local Plan complies with legal requirements and promotes sustainable and flood safe development. ________________________________________ 3. Scope of Work * Review existing flood risk data and studies, including Environment Agency flood maps, climate projections, and local drainage information. * Undertake a Level 1 SFRA for the entire Local Planning Authority area. * Identify areas at risk from all sources of flooding and assess the impact of climate change. * Provide guidance on the application of the Sequential Test and Exception Test. * Recommend flood risk mitigation measures and adaptation strategies. * Engage with stakeholders including the Environment Agency, local infrastructure providers, and community representatives. * Provide spatial analysis and mapping of flood risk zones and constraints.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be extended by mutual agreement as a consequence of weather or travel disruption

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0690a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040693-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

45246400 - Flood-prevention works

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Jun 2026 - 1 Nov 2026 1-6 months
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
COUNCIL OF THE ISLES OF SCILLY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUGH TOWN
Postcode
TR21 0JD
Post Town
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Local Authority
Isles of Scilly
Electoral Ward
St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
St Ives

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