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WUV - Communications and Engagement Consultant

Guildford Borough Council

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06 Jul 2026 at 10:45

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Summary of the contracting process

Guildford Borough Council is actively seeking a Communications and Engagement Consultant for the Weyside Urban Village (WUV) project, a multifaceted regeneration initiative. The project aims to create a sustainable neighbourhood with 1,550 homes, including affordable housing, along with necessary infrastructure and community facilities in Guildford, UK. This tender, under the competitive flexible procurement procedure, is currently in the tender stage, with deadlines for expressions of interest set for 31st July 2026 and an anticipated award by 30th October 2026. The contract period begins on 17th November 2026 and has an initial two-year duration, with the possibility of a one-year extension subject to performance and funding.

This tender provides a substantial growth opportunity for businesses specialising in public relations consultancy services within the framework of a large-scale urban development project. Ideal candidates would be those with a proven track record in effective stakeholder engagement, strategic communication, and community involvement. The procurement process comprises a two-stage selective approach, welcoming firms that demonstrate organisational capability, relevant experience, and technical acumen. Successful bidders will be part of a critical project that can significantly enhance their professional reputation and expand their client base through a high-profile government contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WUV - Communications and Engagement Consultant

Notice Description

The Weyside Urban Village (WUV) project is an Authority-led regeneration programme that will deliver a new sustainable neighbourhood comprising approximately 1,550 homes, including affordable housing, together with supporting infrastructure, community facilities, employment space, open space and environmental enhancements. As the project progresses from planning and enabling works into long-term delivery, the Authority requires a structured and professional approach to communications and stakeholder engagement to support the successful implementation of the programme. This includes maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, managing expectations, and ensuring that accurate and timely information is shared throughout all phases of delivery. The Authority is therefore seeking to appoint a Communications and Engagement Consultant to support the development and delivery of a comprehensive and coordinated approach to stakeholder engagement and programme communications. The requirement encompasses both strategic and operational support across the lifecycle of the project. The appointed consultant will be expected to build upon the engagement activity undertaken to date, which has involved a diverse range of stakeholders including local residents, businesses, community groups, infrastructure providers and public sector organisations. The consultant will be required to support ongoing engagement with these groups, ensuring communication is inclusive, accessible and responsive to stakeholder needs.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of two (2) years, with the option for the Council to extend for up to one (1) additional periods of twelve (12) months, subject to satisfactory performance, continued business need and the availability of funding.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c41d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063116-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Nov 2026 - 16 Nov 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
Guildford Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU2 4BB
Postcode Area
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
St Nicolas
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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