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19 Jun 2026 at 11:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by North Kesteven District Council, with Lincolnshire County Council providing procurement advice and support. This contract, titled "NKDC Economic Needs Assessment," falls under the services category and relates to the Central Lincolnshire area, including the City of Lincoln, North Kesteven, and West Lindsey. The tendering process has concluded, with Nathaniel Lichfield & Partners Limited being awarded the contract. The procurement was conducted through a limited competition method below the threshold. The process, marked as complete, officially signed on 3rd June 2026, led to an active contract starting on 1st July 2026 and ending on 30th June 2027. Located in region UKF3, the contracting addresses the region's economic needs, informed by a comprehensive assessment aimed at influencing the Local Plan and policies.

This procurement presents significant business opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in financial and real estate consultancy services given the contract's focus on an Economic Needs Assessment. Companies that have experience or a vested interest in regional development, economic planning, and public consultancy would find this tender highly suited to their expertise. The opportunity to influence local planning and policy provides substantial growth potential for businesses capable of delivering robust, evidence-based reports and recommendations. With a contract value of £36,980 GBP (gross amount £44,376), it's a lucrative chance for specialised firms to engage with public sector projects and establish themselves as trusted partners in government advisory roles.

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Notice Title

NKDC Economic Needs Assessment

Notice Description

The Council is procuring a consultant to undertake a comprehensive Economic Needs Assessment (ENA) covering the Central Lincolnshire area (City of Lincoln, North Kesteven and West Lindsey). The ENA must provide robust, proportionate evidence to inform the Local Plan and associated policies.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b902
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058027-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

70000000 - Real estate services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,980 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 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 KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

LINCOLNSHIRE 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
SLEAFORD
Postcode
NG34 7EF
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATHANIEL LICHFIELD & PARTNERS

Further Information

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