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Leeds City Council - Economic Viability Study (EVS) Leeds Local Plan

LEEDS CITY COUNCIL

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11 Jun 2026 at 15:05

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Summary of the contracting process

Leeds City Council has initiated a procurement process for an Economic Viability Study (EVS) related to the Leeds Local Plan. This tender focuses on services within the development of both residential and non-residential real estate, under the legal framework of the UKPGA 2023/54. The contract, valued at £40,000, invites qualified organisations with expertise in strategic viability testing to contribute to shaping the development framework for the Leeds Metropolitan District. This open procurement, classified as 'below threshold - open competition', is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 17:00 on 6th July 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 27th July 2026 to 11th July 2027, with the work to be conducted in Leeds, UK, emphasising the regional impact of the project.

This tender presents significant potential for businesses specialising in economic viability assessments and strategic planning within the construction and real estate sectors. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate strong capabilities in methodology, team expertise, cost management, and deliverable quality. Participation in this contract not only offers direct financial benefits but also enhances a company's profile and credibility in large-scale urban planning initiatives, opening doors for future collaboration with public authorities like Leeds City Council and similar organisations across the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Leeds City Council - Economic Viability Study (EVS) Leeds Local Plan

Notice Description

Leeds Local Plan (LLP) is a statutory development framework for the Leeds Metropolitan District, drawn up by the local planning authority. The LLP will set out what new development is planned to take Leeds City Council would like to commence a procurement process for an Economic Viability Study (EVS) to support its Local Plan. As the Plan progresses there is a need to undertake strategic viability testing as part of an EVS, in line with national planning guidance and requirements. The aim of the work is to produce a robust, up-to-date whole Plan Viability Assessment that meets the requirements of national policy and guidance. As the detail of planning policies emerges any policies which have a cost and therefore an impact on viability must be tested to inform a preferred suite of policies both at an individual and cumulative level to demonstrate the soundness of the plan.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b353
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055384-2026
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

70 - Real estate services

CPV Codes

70111000 - Development of residential real estate

70112000 - Development of non-residential real estate

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 11 Jul 2027 6-12 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
LEEDS CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 1UR
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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