Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) / Appropriate Assessment (AA) of the Somerset Council Local Plan 2022-2044

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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22 Jun 2026 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council, acting as the buyer, has completed a procurement process for the Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Appropriate Assessment (AA) of the Somerset Council Local Plan 2022-2044. The contract ID is C1001115, and this project falls under the industry category of services with a specific focus on creating draft plans (systems and integration). The procurement was conducted through a direct method, allowing a below-threshold process without competition. The contract, worth £45,300 gross, started on 22 May 2026 and will conclude on 30 April 2028. This project is essential for assessing the impact of local development plans on protected habitats of international importance, and the work is being delivered in the UKK23 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the environmental consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in regulatory assessments and local government planning. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Lepus Consulting Ltd, which was awarded this contract, are well-suited to compete in such processes, especially when they combine technical proficiency with a robust understanding of environmental regulations. Companies with experience providing services in drafting strategic plans and compliance with local regulations could find similar opportunities conducive to business growth.

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Notice Title

Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) / Appropriate Assessment (AA) of the Somerset Council Local Plan 2022-2044

Notice Description

Preparation of draft and final Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Appropriate Assessment (AA) of the Somerset Council Local Plan 2022-2044 for the Draft Content Report and Final Submission Somerset Local Plan. This is a statitory requirement of local development plans to assess and advise on the impact of policies and sites on Protected Habitats of International Importance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba26
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058530-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71243000 - Draft plans (systems and integration)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEPUS CONSULTING

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