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title: "GB-Chelmsford: Strategic Housing Needs Assessment"
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# GB-Chelmsford: Strategic Housing Needs Assessment

Buyer: CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7288f2dc-5ebe-4f02-a063-9c53fbb96a9e

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## Summary

The Chelmsford City Council is currently conducting a procurement process for the "Strategic Housing Needs Assessment" project, aimed at supporting the review of the Local Plan by assessing housing needs until 2041. This contract falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" industry category and will be located in Chelmsford, in the East of England. The procurement is at the tender stage, with submissions open until 25th August 2022. The expected contract value is £50,000, with a minimum value of £25,000, and the contract is slated to commence on 26th September 2022 and conclude by 30th November 2022. This opportunity is being offered through an open procurement method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community-sector enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their operations in housing consultancy. Businesses with expertise in housing assessment, strategic planning, and research services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project could enable firms to enhance their portfolio while contributing to the essential development needs of Chelmsford, thus fostering future growth and collaboration within the local community.

## Notice

Chelmsford City Councils planning team are looking to commission a Strategic Housing Needs Assessment to support the review of the Local Plan. The purpose of the Study is to assess how many homes, and determine the types of homes, that need to be planned for across the period 2020 - 2041 to ensure the Local Plan remains up to date and continues to meet changing needs. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aecad3cd-998d-45fd-8bf0-d3e7ca4060ed |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Sep 2022 - 30 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1JE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Marconi |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2022 at 08:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aecad3cd-998d-45fd-8bf0-d3e7ca4060ed

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aecad3cd-998d-45fd-8bf0-d3e7ca4060ed
  28th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Chelmsford:-Strategic-Housing-Needs-Assessment/UXQ5H7BDX7
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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