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Ecological and Biodiversity Net Gain- Advice (31-03-2028)

MID DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL

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13 May 2026 at 10:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Ecological and Biodiversity Net Gain- Advice" was managed by Mid Devon District Council, a public authority in the United Kingdom. The contract, identified as WV25013, required the provision of ecological advice on planning applications and other related environmental strategies. This relates to the industry's research consultancy services within the UKK43 region, particularly focusing on Tiverton. The contract was awarded on 13th May 2026 following a direct procurement method due to it being below the financial threshold without competition. Key periods include the contract commencement on 1st April 2026 and conclusion on 31st March 2028, with a gross contract value of £30,000.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for firms specialising in ecological and environmental consultancy, especially those with a focus on research and strategic planning. It suits businesses capable of delivering comprehensive advice on local planning and biodiversity enhancement. As the supplier, Devon County Council’s involvement demonstrates the potential collaboration avenues for similar large-scale entities or specialised research firms to engage with governmental projects aimed at ecological advancement and compliance with new local plans.

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Notice Title

Ecological and Biodiversity Net Gain- Advice (31-03-2028)

Notice Description

Provide ecological advice to Mid Devon District Council on: * Relevant planning applications submitted for determination * Technical work and draft policies and site allocations for the new local plan * The implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain To assist the preparation of a Habitat Regulations Assessment for the new local plan

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06975e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043787-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL

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