The Provision of Gypsy, Traveller and Showpeople Accommodation Assessment Services In Rutland

RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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22 Jun 2026 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

Rutland County Council has awarded a contract for the "Provision of Gypsy, Traveller and Showpeople Accommodation Assessment Services" with the intention to evaluate accommodation needs across Rutland from 2026 to 2046. This tender, categorised under services and related to urban planning, will inform local policy development regarding accommodation needs. The contract, awarded to RRR Consultancy Limited, based in Gainsborough, was finalised on 22 June 2026, and will initially run from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2030, with a potential extension for 12 additional months. The procurement process was executed under a below-threshold, unspecified procurement method.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in urban planning, research, and consultancy to expand their operations by providing services that directly influence local government planning and policy development. Particularly suited to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in accommodation assessments, policy evaluation, and consultancy services, this procurement contract facilitates growth through active contribution to regional planning initiatives. The collaboration with a public authority like Rutland County Council can enhance a business’s portfolio, demonstrating capability in handling public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Gypsy, Traveller and Showpeople Accommodation Assessment Services In Rutland

Notice Description

Rutland County Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced consultant to undertake a Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople Accommodation Assessment (GTTSAA). The study will provide an up to date assessment of current and future accommodation needs across Rutland for the period 2026-2046, in accordance with national planning policy and guidance. The findings will directly inform Local Plan policy development, including pitch and plot targets, five year supply calculations, and the identification of longer term accommodation provision.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba2a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058536-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71410000 - Urban planning services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20263 days ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OAKHAM
Postcode
LE15 6HP
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Rutland
Electoral Ward
Oakham South
Westminster Constituency
Rutland and Stamford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RRR CONSULTANCY

Further Information

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