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title: "ESPH TT WDC Heritage Strategy (ESPH735 TT) - AWARD"
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# ESPH TT WDC Heritage Strategy (ESPH735 TT) - AWARD

Buyer: WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-638e48c5-4708-4d7b-821c-4fa8ab55de41

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## Summary

Wealden District Council has concluded the procurement process for their Heritage Strategy project, under the title "ESPH TT WDC Heritage Strategy (ESPH735 TT) - AWARD," within the architectural, engineering, and planning services sector. Located in East Sussex, the council has awarded the tender to Alan Baxter Limited, following an open procedure. The contract accompanies the new Local Plan with tasks including baseline analysis and heritage theme assessment, aimed at enhancing development management and neighbourhood planning. The contract was awarded on 16th December 2025, with the work commencing immediately and scheduled to end on 24th April 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in heritage consulting, urban planning, and architectural services. With a contract value of £29,341 GBP, it is ideal for firms capable of delivering comprehensive heritage assessments and strategies. Although not specifically suited to SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms with expertise in heritage consultancy would find this tender beneficial for expanding their portfolio and influence in regional planning initiatives. Businesses with capabilities in urban planning and landscape architecture are encouraged to engage with similar opportunities identified through Wealden District Council's initiatives.

## Notice

Wealden District Council ('the Council') are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced heritage consultants to undertake a Heritage Strategy to provide evidence to inform policies in the new Wealden Local Plan, and specifically to include a baseline analysis of the heritage assets in Wealden. This assessment will also support decision-making in development management for planning applications and contribute to the preparation of Neighbourhood Plans by our Town and Parish Councils. The work to be undertaken will be divided into relevant parts that includes: * Baseline Analysis; * Heritage Themes and Assessment of Significance; * Issues and Opportunities; and * Creation of a Heritage Strategy. Please see the full specification and tender details in the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb2bd7e5-abaf-4b6e-87d2-7b656913bd87 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2025 - 24 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,341 |
| 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 | WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | EAST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN27 2AX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Wealden |
| Electoral ward | Hailsham Central |
| Westminster constituency | Sussex Weald |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALAN BAXTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services
- 71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services
- 71410000 - Urban planning services

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 15:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb2bd7e5-abaf-4b6e-87d2-7b656913bd87

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb2bd7e5-abaf-4b6e-87d2-7b656913bd87
  16th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wealden.gov.uk

## Provenance

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