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20251009_Plannning SFRA

Council of the Isles of Scilly

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07 Jul 2026 at 10:35

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12 May 2026 at 12:09

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01 May 2026 at 16:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The Council of the Isles of Scilly has completed a public procurement process for a Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) to support their Local Plan Review, focusing on flood risk management, sustainable development, and climate resilience for the archipelago. This procurement falls within the environmental services category and is crucial due to the Isles' unique flood risk challenges stemming from its coastal location and low-lying terrain. The open competitive tender was below the threshold, following UK Public Contracts Regulations, with the award dated 7th July 2026, and the contract period starting on 8th July 2026. The engaging consultancy, SAYERS AND PARTNERS LLP, began work immediately with a contract value of £14,970, and a total gross amount of £17,964.

This tender offers significant opportunities for consultancies specialising in flood risk assessment and climate resilience. The scope includes identifying flood risks and mitigation strategies, engaging with key stakeholders, and providing spatial analysis, which requires technical expertise in environmental and flood-prevention works. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in these areas and experience in planning system frameworks are well-suited to compete for such projects. This contract highlights the possibilities for SMEs to impact local governance and development, promoting growth through substantial engagement with public authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

20251009_Plannning SFRA

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/063497-2026
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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£14,970 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 30 Dec 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAYERS AND PARTNERS LLP

Further Information

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