Air Quality modelling of Sites of Scientific Interest (SSSIs) to inform the Greater Cambridge Local Plan

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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13 Jul 2026 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

South Cambridgeshire District Council and Cambridge City Council are inviting tenders for a project titled "Air Quality modelling of Sites of Scientific Interest (SSSIs) to inform the Greater Cambridge Local Plan." This procurement is within the technical planning services industry and aims to conduct air quality modelling near key ecological sites in the Greater Cambridge area. The procurement process is in the tender update stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 21 July 2026, and a submission deadline on 24 July 2026 at 17:00. The project, valued at £30,000, will be carried out between August and November 2026, with opportunities for extension.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in environmental assessments, particularly those with expertise in air quality modelling and technical planning services. Businesses focusing on innovative environmental solutions, sustainable development practices, and possessing a strong understanding of scientific and ecological data will find this tender particularly fitting. Such companies can leverage the project as an avenue for growth by establishing relationships with public authorities and showcasing their expertise in an area with increasing demand for environmental sustainability. The procurement method is open and competitive, allowing opportunities for organisations of varying sizes to participate.

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Notice Title

Air Quality modelling of Sites of Scientific Interest (SSSIs) to inform the Greater Cambridge Local Plan

Notice Description

Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council (the Councils) are seeking suitably qualified consultants to carry out air quality modelling of road traffic emissions in proximity of Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) within the area of Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council (Greater Cambridge). This will be evidence to inform the joint Greater Cambridge Local Plan.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: 12. This contract is to cover from July 2026 to end of November 2026 with the option to extend along as necessary up to the prevailing WTO threshold at the discretion of SCDC.

Renewal: This contract is to cover from July 2026 to end of November 2026 with the option to extend along as necessary up to the prevailing WTO threshold at the discretion of SCDC.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c996
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066399-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356400 - Technical planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL

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

Locality
CAMBOURNE
Postcode
CB23 6EA
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Market
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

Further Information

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