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Remote support for planning validation checks

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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20 May 2026 at 13:38

Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council awarded a contract to TERRAQUEST SOLUTIONS LIMITED for remote support in the checking and validation of planning applications. Initiated as a direct procurement below the financial threshold, the process commenced with risk on 7th March 2026, with the contract officially signed on 27th April 2026. The project, categorized under the goods sector and involving planning systems, will be completed by 30th September 2026, with the prime location being Corby, UK. The entire contract is valued at £75,000 with a gross amount of £90,000.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in planning and development consultancy services, particularly those proficient in remote support and validation processes. Although the award has been made directly without competition, the detailed requirements indicate there is scope for businesses with expertise in digital planning solutions to engage in future collaborations. Such businesses could benefit from exploring sub-central government projects, particularly within the geographic region of Northamptonshire, for growth and expansion opportunities.

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Notice Title

Remote support for planning validation checks

Notice Description

Remote support for the checking and validation of planning applications. Please note, this contract started at risk from 7th March however was not signed until 27th April.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069d9e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046454-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30196000 - Planning systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£75,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
7 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 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
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 1QG
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Lloyds
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TERRAQUEST SOLUTIONS

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