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title: "Planning consultancy on behalf of The Bedford College Group"
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# Planning consultancy on behalf of The Bedford College Group

Buyer: BEDFORD COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7f945b47-085d-4132-ba25-e96bebe29371

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## Summary

The Bedford College Group is seeking planning consultancy services for the over cladding of its Wellingborough campus, with a contract value of £10,000. This open tender was published on 16th February 2018 and has a submission deadline of 9th March 2018. The contract is part of a project funded by ESIF/ERDF/SEMLEP and will address the management of all planning submissions and applications, including the incorporation of sustainable technologies. The contract period is set to start on 1st April 2018 and will last until 31st March 2021, indicating a substantial opportunity for consultants in the architectural, engineering, and planning services sector to engage with the prestigious Bedford College.

This tender presents significant growth potential for small and micro businesses (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in consultancy services. Companies with expertise in planning management, particularly those familiar with sustainable technologies, would be well-suited to compete. The open procurement method encourages competition and provides an accessible entry point for businesses looking to establish themselves through public contracts that align with their capabilities in sustainable development and planning solutions.

## Notice

Tender to provide consultant management of the planning submission and application for the over cladding of the Wellingborough campus and the incorporation of sustainable technologies. The discharge of all planning conditions will form part of the scope of duties. This in support of a part ESIF/ERDF/SEMLEP funded project in Wellingborough. Additional information: Companies providing a tender shall set out the method and duration for carrying out the work.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92d8af56-0f67-43e9-92d0-0be6e5281326 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 May 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,210 |
| 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 | BEDFORD COLLEGE |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FISHER GERMAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services

## Release History

- 3 May 2018 at 19:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92d8af56-0f67-43e9-92d0-0be6e5281326
- 16 Feb 2018 at 18:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/954c1ffd-70ea-487c-b3ae-1238a4835d28

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92d8af56-0f67-43e9-92d0-0be6e5281326
  3rd May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/954c1ffd-70ea-487c-b3ae-1238a4835d28
  16th February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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