--- title: "Environmental and Geotechnical Services - Land Drainage" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-372d0b85-7328-4496-ae54-96e89f110c28" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-372d0b85-7328-4496-ae54-96e89f110c28" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-372d0b85-7328-4496-ae54-96e89f110c28.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-372d0b85-7328-4496-ae54-96e89f110c28.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2024-09-09" --- # Environmental and Geotechnical Services - Land Drainage Buyer: LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-372d0b85-7328-4496-ae54-96e89f110c28 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-372d0b85-7328-4496-ae54-96e89f110c28) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-372d0b85-7328-4496-ae54-96e89f110c28.json) ## Summary Lancaster City Council is seeking environmental and geotechnical services for a land drainage project in South Lancaster, specifically to support the installation of a 4MW solar array at Burrow Beck. The procurement process is in the Tender stage with a planning determination date set for 30 September 2024. The winning consultant will be required to work on updating and producing drainage designs and assume the role of Principal Contractor. This contract, with an estimated value of £50,000, is classified under the industry categories of architectural and related services, technical analysis or consultancy services, and environmental services. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 7 October 2024, with the contract period running from 18 October 2024 to 31 March 2025. This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage with a high-impact infrastructure project. Businesses specialising in environmental engineering, geotechnical consulting, and land drainage system design will find this opportunity particularly beneficial. The open procurement method allows for a broad range of applicants, ensuring competitive tendering. Successful engagement in this project could not only provide immediate business growth through a substantial contract but also establish long-term relationships with Lancaster City Council and similar contracting authorities. ## Notice The council intends to install a 4MW solar array on an area of land known as "Burrow Beck" in South Lancaster. A planning application has been submitted for the scheme to Lancaster City Council, which includes all supporting reports and information (23/01383/FUL). Planning determination date will be on 30 September 2024. The council wishes to appoint an Environmental Geotechnical consultant to activities across two Work Packages (WP) including review and update drainage designs, produce detailed designs/bill of quantities and take on the role of Principle Contractor. The consultant will be required to work with the council's appointed solar PV designer and archaeological consultant ensure drainage designs are practical and fit for purpose and suitable for planning discharge. All work on site will need to be completed by no later than March 2025. To view the requirements please express your interest by logging into The Chest www.the-chest.org.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247e43e7-8783-41fc-a1c3-ce0a7f6dfb17 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | LANCASTER | | Post town | Lancaster | | Postcode | LA1 1PJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre | | Local authority | Lancaster | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 71200000 - Architectural and related services - 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services - 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services - 90700000 - Environmental services ## Release History - 9 Sep 2024 at 11:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247e43e7-8783-41fc-a1c3-ce0a7f6dfb17 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247e43e7-8783-41fc-a1c3-ce0a7f6dfb17 9th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.lancaster.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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