--- title: "Exploring Challenges and Innovation Opportunities for Public Space in Urban Commercial Real Estate" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-11590563-dc7c-4c1c-94d3-bc03da972c2d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-11590563-dc7c-4c1c-94d3-bc03da972c2d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-11590563-dc7c-4c1c-94d3-bc03da972c2d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-11590563-dc7c-4c1c-94d3-bc03da972c2d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CONNECTED PLACES CATAPULT" published: "2024-10-16" --- # Exploring Challenges and Innovation Opportunities for Public Space in Urban Commercial Real Estate Buyer: CONNECTED PLACES CATAPULT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11590563-dc7c-4c1c-94d3-bc03da972c2d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-11590563-dc7c-4c1c-94d3-bc03da972c2d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-11590563-dc7c-4c1c-94d3-bc03da972c2d.json) ## Summary Connected Places Catapult has initiated a tender under the title "Exploring Challenges and Innovation Opportunities for Public Space in Urban Commercial Real Estate." The procurement process is in the Tender stage and targets research and development services and related consultancy. The project will investigate the challenges and innovation opportunities for public spaces within urban commercial real estate (CRE) developments in the UK, incorporating relevant international insights and best practices. The deadline for expressing interest and submitting tenders is 4th November 2024, with the contract period starting on 25th November 2024 and concluding on 28th February 2025. The procurement employs an open procedure (below threshold) and is valued at £25,000. This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs involved in research and consultancy services, particularly those focusing on urban development and public spaces. Successful completion of this contract can enhance a business’s portfolio in the innovative urban CRE sector, helping them build expertise in designing, delivering, and utilising public spaces for improved social, environmental, and economic outcomes. Businesses with experience in integrating technological advancements, navigating economic uncertainties, and addressing shifting societal dynamics in urban planning will be well-suited to compete in this tender. ## Notice Connected Places Catapult is looking to commission research to help inform our strategies related to public space in urban CRE developments. Introduction and Context Public spaces are essential for creating vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable urban environments. They play a critical role in fostering social cohesion, enhancing community well-being, and supporting local economic growth, while also contributing to environmental sustainability. Despite their significance, public spaces are often deprioritised in urban CRE development due to legal and financial constraints, or overshadowed by other pressing priorities, such as the need for affordable housing or environmental measures. Simultaneously, technology advancements, growing economic uncertainty, and shifting societal dynamics are reshaping both the nature and function of public spaces. In this context, the Catapult is looking to commission one or more research studies to explore the challenges and opportunities for innovation in public space within the urban CRE sector in the UK, and where relevant, including insights and best practices from other countries. This research would provide vital evidence and insights that will help the Catapult support innovation in how public spaces are designed, delivered, and used within CRE, for enhanced social, environmental, and economic outcomes. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register Additional information: If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd22f2dd-7baf-4f46-9914-22626f4f32ca | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 4 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Nov 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CONNECTED PLACES CATAPULT | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC1R 0BE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington | | Local authority | Islington | | Electoral ward | Clerkenwell | | Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 16 Oct 2024 at 16:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd22f2dd-7baf-4f46-9914-22626f4f32ca - 16 Oct 2024 at 15:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7998005-0f50-410a-97d4-f07837717325 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd22f2dd-7baf-4f46-9914-22626f4f32ca 16th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7998005-0f50-410a-97d4-f07837717325 16th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://cp.catapult.org.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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