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Framework Agreement for Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisal Support (SSDC)

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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19 Jun 2026 at 11:12

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Summary of the contracting process

South Staffordshire District Council is seeking a qualified consultant for their "Framework Agreement for Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisal Support (SSDC)" project. The procurement involves evaluating Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals (LVIA) submitted with planning applications, adhering to national policy and guidance. Classified under Environmental Impact Assessment services for construction and urban planning, the opportunity is located in the UKG2 region, United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with the submission deadline being extended to 6th August 2026 due to legal clarifications. The procuring entity, supported by Staffordshire County Council, intends to enter into a framework agreement with a budget of £180,000 gross value. Interested parties must submit their documents electronically via the Proactis e-procurement portal.

This tender provides an ideal opportunity for firms specialising in environmental assessments and urban planning, especially those with experience in LVIA. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the tender criteria support their involvement. With a focus split between price and quality, this contract offers a stable avenue for businesses to expand their portfolio within the public sector, given its potential to renew annually up to 2030. The project's long-term nature promises sustained engagement and potential growth within the consultancy market for environmental and urban planning services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisal Support (SSDC)

Notice Description

South Staffordshire District Council (SSDC) requires a suitably experienced and qualified consultant to undertake reviews of Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisal (LVIA) that are submitted with planning applications, in accordance with national policy and guidance, as part of a new Framework Agreement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The term may be extended by 2 x 12-month periods, to 27th September 2029 and 27th September 2030. This is dependent on the existing level of requirement and the effects of Local Government Reorganisation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b8f2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067311-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71313440 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services for construction

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2028 2-3 years
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
SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CODSALL
Postcode
WV8 1PX
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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