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title: "ITT FOR THE PROVISION OF A LEAD DESIGN CONSULTANT - PENWORTHAM MASTERPLAN (RIBA STAGE 3-4)"
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buyer: "SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# ITT FOR THE PROVISION OF A LEAD DESIGN CONSULTANT - PENWORTHAM MASTERPLAN (RIBA STAGE 3-4)

Buyer: SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7124ba01-0985-4f8a-a064-3613bdeaf719

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## Summary

South Ribble Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for the provision of a Lead Design Consultant for the Penwortham Masterplan covering RIBA Stages 3-4. The contract, valued at £69,000 GBP, was awarded to WSP UK Limited. The procurement stage has now reached the award phase, with the contract period set to commence on 18th March 2024 and end on 25th November 2024. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure, and the industry category targeted was construction consultancy services (CPV: 71530000). Key dates included the tender period ending on 13th October 2023 and the contract period starting on 16th October 2023, running until 31st July 2024. The project location is in England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in master planning and design. The contract offers a substantial value and period for engagement, creating growth potential for businesses capable of complying with RIBA Stages 3-4 requirements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) were found suitable for this tender, providing them with a competitive advantage. Businesses adept at enhancing social value in their proposals would also benefit from engaging in such public sector opportunities. The project’s focus on social value as part of the evaluation criteria aligns with the broader scope of community and sustainability objectives, making it ideal for firms experienced in these areas.

## Notice

South Ribble Borough Council are inviting tenders for the provision of a Lead Design Consultant - Penwortham Project (RIBA Stage 3-4) as more specifically detailed in the Invitation to Tender. Interested bidders should register their interest via the Chest at www.the-chest.org.uk in order to access the full specification, invitation to tender documentation and instructions on how to bid. Once you have accessed www.the-chest.org.uk please search for South Ribble Borough Council in the 'current opportunities' field to locate and express an interest in this project. Any tender queries must be submitted through the electronic tendering system "The Chest". Social Value will form part of the evaluation criteria for this procurement. Bidders must therefore follow the guidance within the tender documentation in respect of submitting their social value offering. Your social value bid submission must be made via the Social Value Portal and must be received by the same deadline set for the rest of the tender submission.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7eedd404-7584-47f3-a6e6-63c4eb4001c3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2024 - 25 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,000 |
| 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 | SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEYLAND |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR25 1DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | South Ribble |
| Electoral ward | Broadfield |
| Westminster constituency | South Ribble |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2025 at 12:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7eedd404-7584-47f3-a6e6-63c4eb4001c3
- 2 Oct 2023 at 08:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97c2dc3b-92f8-4c03-92d5-f9b332c960c6
- 27 Sep 2023 at 13:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04857ae1-4f27-44a4-9155-0cbe673e6bcd
- 12 Sep 2023 at 14:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c62f77ce-e3cb-4189-a1f6-929fe95b1577

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7eedd404-7584-47f3-a6e6-63c4eb4001c3
  25th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97c2dc3b-92f8-4c03-92d5-f9b332c960c6
  2nd October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04857ae1-4f27-44a4-9155-0cbe673e6bcd
  27th September 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c62f77ce-e3cb-4189-a1f6-929fe95b1577
  12th September 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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