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title: "ESPH LM Town Centre Study (ESPH430)"
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# ESPH LM Town Centre Study (ESPH430)

Buyer: WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-711178a7-48f7-443d-b6e8-ad923ae5bc1d

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## Summary

The Wealden District Council is currently seeking to commission a suitably qualified consultant for the "ESPH LM Town Centre Study (ESPH430)" to update its Local Plan. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on research consultancy services, and is taking place in East Sussex, UK. The tender period is open until 12:00 on 12 April 2021, with the contract expected to commence from 21 April 2021 and end on 9 August 2021. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, which is part of a non-recurrent procurement process.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in research consultancy, particularly those with expertise in retail, leisure, and urban planning. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate given their suitability for this type of engagement. Companies that can provide comprehensive health checks and strategic advice for town centre developments will be well-positioned to compete effectively in this procurement process.

## Notice

Wealden District Council is seeking to commission a suitably qualified consultant to undertake a Retail, Leisure and Town Centre Study for the district to update the Council's evidence informing its Local Plan. This will include health checks as well as advice to assist the development of town centre planning policies. Additional information: For more information on how to apply for this project, please visit www.sesharedservices.org.uk and search for ESPH430 in the Opportunities section. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2498d6a1-a314-41b6-a838-f6e15940ac45 |
| 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 | 8 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Apr 2021 - 9 Aug 2021 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2021 at 13:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2498d6a1-a314-41b6-a838-f6e15940ac45
- 15 Mar 2021 at 14:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2498d6a1-a314-41b6-a838-f6e15940ac45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2498d6a1-a314-41b6-a838-f6e15940ac45
  8th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.wealden.gov.uk
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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