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title: "Spatial Development Strategy Development"
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buyer: "TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY"
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# Spatial Development Strategy Development

Buyer: TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3b59420c-65a0-4cda-9522-c220be88cac9

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## Summary

The Tees Valley Combined Authority has successfully concluded the procurement process for the development of a Spatial Development Strategy. This contract was competitively secured by Stantec Fore Limited and falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The project is located in the North East of the United Kingdom, with a focus on supporting strategic planning in that region. The tender initially opened for a short period, closing on 7th September 2025, with the contract starting on 8th September 2025 and set to conclude by 12th December 2025. The procurement was conducted through a single tender action, a direct approach suited for below-threshold projects, with the award officially published on 8th October 2025.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in consultancy and research services, especially those equipped to offer innovative solutions for spatial development. SMEs, in particular, are well-suited to compete in similar projects, given the project's suitability for smaller-scale enterprises. The locale of the project in the North East may also favour organisations seeking to expand their influence or operations within this region, potentially leveraging strategic development projects to foster growth and collaboration. Expertise in regional development strategy will be advantageous for future opportunities in this field.

## Notice

The Tees Valley Combined Authority wishes to appoint a provider to supply and deliver development of a Spatial Development Strategy. Additional information: The contract start date was 08/09/2025 however there has been a delay with signing due to resource. The contract was signed on 07/10/2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5107748-ac24-4655-bd3f-49d61e745981 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Sep 2025 - 12 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,700 |
| 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 | TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL2 1NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Sadberge & Middleton St George |
| Westminster constituency | Stockton West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STANTEC FORE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2025 at 07:54 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5107748-ac24-4655-bd3f-49d61e745981
- 8 Oct 2025 at 07:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5107748-ac24-4655-bd3f-49d61e745981

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5107748-ac24-4655-bd3f-49d61e745981
  8th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://teesvalley-ca.gov.uk

## Provenance

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