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title: "To undertake a Sustainability Appraisal (SA) (incorporating Strategic Environmental Assessment and a Health Impact Assessment) of the emerging Somerset Local Plan 2025 - 2045 and provide associated SA Reports to accompany the stages of plan production, consultation, publication, submission and adoption as necessary. Somerset Council has already produced a SA Scoping Report (Stage A), this tender refers to refining alternatives and assessing the effects of the emerging Local Plan (Stage B), the production of the SA (Stage C) and amend the SA following consultation (Stage D)."
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# To undertake a Sustainability Appraisal (SA) (incorporating Strategic Environmental Assessment and a Health Impact Assessment) of the emerging Somerset Local Plan 2025 - 2045 and provide associated SA Reports to accompany the stages of plan production, consultation, publication, submission and adoption as necessary. Somerset Council has already produced a SA Scoping Report (Stage A), this tender refers to refining alternatives and assessing the effects of the emerging Local Plan (Stage B), the production of the SA (Stage C) and amend the SA following consultation (Stage D).

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-521b48db-93d6-4b0b-878d-4a89af4b9c16

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## Summary

The procurement process for a Sustainability Appraisal (SA), including Strategic Environmental Assessment and a Health Impact Assessment, was initiated by Somerset Council for the Somerset Local Plan 2025 - 2045. The process involved conducting the SA over several stages, including refining alternatives and assessing the plan's impacts. Classified under technical and environmental planning services, this tender was completed as of 21 January 2026, with the award successfully made to Urban Edge Environmental Consulting. The process began with an open procurement method, with the tender period ending on 10 November 2025, and the contract running from 3 December 2025 to 2 December 2026. The project spans multiple locations, including the UK, Channel Islands, and British Overseas Territories, offering potential for diverse regional engagement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in technical and environmental planning sectors. Companies specialising in sustainability assessments and health impact evaluations, particularly small and medium enterprises and voluntary, community and social enterprises, would find this tender particularly aligned with their expertise. As Somerset Council, a prominent local authority, steers this initiative, successful participation can enhance a business's portfolio, showcasing capability in contributing to substantial regional planning efforts. The contract's scope necessitates expertise in various assessment methodologies, providing an opportunity for businesses looking to expand their reach and impact in environmental planning.

## Notice

To undertake a Sustainability Appraisal (SA) (incorporating Strategic Environmental Assessment and a Health Impact Assessment) of the emerging Somerset Local Plan 2025 - 2045 and provide associated SA Reports to accompany the stages of plan production, consultation, publication, submission and adoption as necessary. Somerset Council has already produced a SA Scoping Report (Stage A), this tender refers to refining alternatives and assessing the effects of the emerging Local Plan (Stage B), the production of the SA (Stage C) and amend the SA following consultation (Stage D).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1b3c5bc-5be0-4000-ad7c-6268752cfc9d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Dec 2025 - 2 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | URBAN EDGE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 71356400 - Technical planning services
- 90712000 - Environmental planning

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 16:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1b3c5bc-5be0-4000-ad7c-6268752cfc9d
- 10 Oct 2025 at 10:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e515c65-83bf-498e-ba17-dd13dc7bd311

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1b3c5bc-5be0-4000-ad7c-6268752cfc9d
  21st January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e515c65-83bf-498e-ba17-dd13dc7bd311
  10th October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
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  Contract Finder

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