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Powys Countryside Volunteer handbook, agile approach

POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Powys County Council has awarded a contract for the development of a Powys Countryside Volunteer handbook, adopting an agile project management approach. The contract, aimed at supporting volunteer groups and communities working with the Countryside Access and Recreation team, focuses on maintaining public rights of way and greenspace. The procurement falls under the services category, with key classifications including development consultancy services and environmental management. Hv Innovation Group Limited has been awarded the contract, which has a fixed budget of £12,000 and a completion deadline of 14th March 2025. The procurement process followed an open method, and the contract was signed on 20th January 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in development and environmental management. The agile approach of the project allows for flexibility and continuous improvements, making it suitable for SMEs and consortiums looking to demonstrate value for money. The requirement for digital deliverables that can be periodically updated adds an element of ongoing collaboration, allowing businesses to establish long-term relationships with Powys County Council. Additionally, the project does not necessitate on-site presence, making it accessible to companies operating remotely.

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Notice Title

Powys Countryside Volunteer handbook, agile approach

Notice Description

Powys County Council is seeking quotes to produce a Countryside Volunteer handbook. The aim of the handbook is to support our volunteer groups and communities to work with the Countryside Access and Recreation team, to maintain public rights of way and greenspace.The contract is being procured to follow an agile project management approach. The broad criteria that the handbook must, should and could meet (i.e. high-level requirements) have been defined through discussion with stakeholders. The budget and timescale are fixed, so quotes are requested to demonstrate how value for money can be delivered within this.The deadline for completion of the work is 14th March 2025; the budget is PS12,000. These are fixed by grant requirements so cannot be extended or amended.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-146846
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146846
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

73220000 - Development consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

79993100 - Facilities management services

90700000 - Environmental services

90710000 - Environmental management

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sian Barnes, Professional Lead Countryside Access and Recreation
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 01597826000

Buyer Location

Locality
LLANDRINDOD WELLS
Postcode
LD1 5LG
Post Town
Llandrindod Wells
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Powys
Electoral Ward
Llandrindod South
Westminster Constituency
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HV INNOVATION GROUP

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