--- title: "EPP0072 - Consultant - Planning Consultant" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-24c9a1f4-32cb-4a58-a072-5baae5a4a6e3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-24c9a1f4-32cb-4a58-a072-5baae5a4a6e3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24c9a1f4-32cb-4a58-a072-5baae5a4a6e3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24c9a1f4-32cb-4a58-a072-5baae5a4a6e3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-04-30" --- # EPP0072 - Consultant - Planning Consultant Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24c9a1f4-32cb-4a58-a072-5baae5a4a6e3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-24c9a1f4-32cb-4a58-a072-5baae5a4a6e3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24c9a1f4-32cb-4a58-a072-5baae5a4a6e3.json) ## Summary The Essex County Council has awarded a contract for the provision of Planning Consultant services on behalf of Tendring District Council. The tender, titled "EPP0072 - Consultant - Planning Consultant," focuses on overseeing planning services from RIBA stages 1-6. The contract carries a value of £75,000 and has a procurement stage of "Tender." The contract period spans from March 11, 2024, to March 27, 2026, with a deadline for tender submission on February 19, 2024. The procurement falls under the industry category of Construction work and opens up opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs in the services sector. This tender for Planning Consultant services offered by Essex County Council presents opportunities for businesses in the construction and engineering services industry. Businesses that specialise in architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services are well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement method for this opportunity is an open procedure, providing a chance for smaller enterprises to engage in the bidding process. With a focus on sustainable design and low-carbon aspirations, businesses that can contribute to the development of residential schemes with a strong emphasis on inclusivity, environmental considerations, and local economic growth will find this tender aligning with their expertise and goals. ## Notice Essex County County are Procuring on behalf of Tendring District Council. The District wishes to appoint a Planning Consultant to fulfil all services required over RIBA stages 1 to 6. This tender seeks a Planning Consultant to oversee services from RIBA stages 1-6 and handle conditions discharge for Tendring DC. The appointed consultant is expected to comply with general conditions, undertake Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), and not utilise Building Information Modelling (BIM). Qualifications, professional membership, and stage-wise deliverables are specified, with a focus on collaboration, site assessment, and planning process leadership. The consultant will contribute to the assessment of development sites, advise on environmental impact, assist in masterplan development, and manage planning applications. The tender outlines a detailed Design and Planning Programme, emphasising collaboration with a Communications Consultant for public engagement. Stages such as Gateway 1 and 2 involve initial brief finalisation, concept design, and planning application submission. The consultant's responsibilities extend to post-planning approval activities, including discharging planning conditions. Intellectual Property and Insurance requirements are also specified in the tender. Further details relating to this tender can be found within the tender documentation. Tendring's objectives for the development of designated sites include transforming them into a new residential-led scheme, delivering high-quality, mixed-tenure homes with a focus on tenure-blind inclusivity. Additionally, the plan aims to establish a community facility and flexible commercial spaces supporting local economic growth. The development will prioritize a rational site layout, enhancing public realms, and integrating seamlessly into surrounding communities. Environmental considerations involve improving natural landscapes, biodiversity, and implementing sustainable urban drainage systems. The project aims to generate local employment and training opportunities, adhere to Housing Design Standards, ensure good daylight levels, minimize long-term maintenance costs, and promote low-carbon living. The overarching goal is to create a sustainable design that contributes to Tendring's low-carbon aspirations. Additional information: All tender documents are on Proactis. It is free to register at https://procontract.due-north.com/SupplierRegistration/Register The link to the Proactis advert: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=08542d5c-51b5-ee11-8127-005056b64545 We are only able to accept bids through Proactis. Please submit all clarifications via Proactis messaging function. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a336d5f4-abdf-4a20-951b-d53eb8ac7970 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Apr 2024 | | Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 28 Apr 2024 | | Contract period | 29 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £75,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £46,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | CHELMSFORD | | Post town | Chelmsford | | Postcode | CM1 1QH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex | | Local authority | Chelmsford | | Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central | | Westminster constituency | Chelmsford | | 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) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | BE FIRST (REGENERATION | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ## Release History - 30 Apr 2024 at 13:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a336d5f4-abdf-4a20-951b-d53eb8ac7970 - 17 Jan 2024 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/129de08a-69ae-4446-be7c-5a78d15e8715 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a336d5f4-abdf-4a20-951b-d53eb8ac7970 30th April 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/129de08a-69ae-4446-be7c-5a78d15e8715 17th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=08542d5c-51b5-ee11-8127-005056b64545 - https://procontract.due-north.com/SupplierRegistration/Register - https://www.essex.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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