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title: "Development Viability Framework"
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buyer: "MALDON DISTFRICT COUNCIL"
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# Development Viability Framework

Buyer: MALDON DISTFRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83fe1719-e977-4203-aee6-98f5526abba0

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Development Viability Framework" is being conducted by Maldon District Council, located in the East of England, United Kingdom. This active tender, classified under the development consultancy services category, is currently in the tender stage with a deadline for submissions set for 18th April 2017. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 24th April 2017 and run until 23rd April 2021, and this procurement is following an open procedure to ensure wide accessibility.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in development consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in financial viability assessments and affordable housing policies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this tender well-suited for their capabilities, enabling them to engage with public sector projects and contribute to local housing market initiatives, thereby fostering business growth in this sector.

## Notice

Maldon District Council (MDC) and Braintree District Council (BDC) are receiving an increasing number of Planning Applications that involve issues of financial viability. For reasons of efficiency and to ensure objectivity and impartiality, these authorities wish to appoint consultants to undertake assessments on Planning Applications to establish viability, particularly in relation to provision of on-site affordable housing or a commuted sum towards off-site affordable housing provision if the scheme is not viable. Those appointed may also be asked to assist with the development and testing of policies associated with this area of work, making best use of existing and acquired knowledge of the local housing market areas.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0d28b87-309a-40bb-96d3-00549845f472 |
| 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 | 15 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Apr 2017 - 23 Apr 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 | MALDON DISTFRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | MALDON |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM9 5DL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Maldon |
| Electoral ward | Maldon North |
| Westminster constituency | Maldon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73220000 - Development consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2017 at 16:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0d28b87-309a-40bb-96d3-00549845f472

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0d28b87-309a-40bb-96d3-00549845f472
  15th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Maldon:-Development-consultancy-services./87R3458J5Q
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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