--- title: "NNC- Interim Engineering Design for Ise Valley Greenway Connection between Wellingborough, Kettering and Corby" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8d531d49-0151-4db5-88f4-e7bdb8e766de" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8d531d49-0151-4db5-88f4-e7bdb8e766de" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8d531d49-0151-4db5-88f4-e7bdb8e766de.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8d531d49-0151-4db5-88f4-e7bdb8e766de.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2021-11-25" --- # NNC- Interim Engineering Design for Ise Valley Greenway Connection between Wellingborough, Kettering and Corby Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8d531d49-0151-4db5-88f4-e7bdb8e766de [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8d531d49-0151-4db5-88f4-e7bdb8e766de) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8d531d49-0151-4db5-88f4-e7bdb8e766de.json) ## Summary The North Northamptonshire Council is inviting tenders for the project titled "NNC- Interim Engineering Design for Ise Valley Greenway Connection between Wellingborough, Kettering and Corby." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on feasibility studies and advisory services. The tendering process is currently active, with a submission deadline set for 4th January 2022. The project's scope includes the development of an engineering design to facilitate a connection for cyclists and walkers between Corby and Wellingborough, with assessments concerning landscape character and projected visitor impacts. The contract is expected to commence on 7th February 2022 and conclude by 15th June 2022. The estimated value of the contract is between £35,000 and £40,000. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering design, landscape assessments, and feasibility studies. Companies with experience in environmental studies, transport planning, and infrastructure development would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, aligning with the council's intent to foster inclusive procurement practices. By engaging in this project, businesses have a chance to contribute to sustainable transport solutions while potentially expanding their client base within the public sector. ## Notice The Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Supplier to produce an interim engineering design to include a landscape character assessment and footfall study to connect Corby with Wellingborough through the Ise Valley for cyclists and walkers. An interim engineering design is required to develop the network between Corby and Wellingborough, and to investigate links into the existing the Greenway. The route will be the subject of a landscape and character assessment to analyse and describe potential impacts based on projected visitor numbers, topographic and sensitivity study, and how natural materials can be used. It will produce a feasibility and design options report recommending solutions for leisure and commuter access. The study will specifically take place between Wellingborough and Corby, via Kettering, following the River Ise where possible. The scope of the work will involve: Preliminary meetings with North Northamptonshire Council, River Nene Regional Park and stakeholders including preparatory work and information sharing; An interim engineering design, which will scope a minimum of one (1) route to include landscape and character assessment, analysing potential impacts based on projected visitor numbers, topographic and sensitivity study, and use of materials; and Production of a design options report recommending solutions for leisure and commuter access. This contract must be concluded by no later than Wednesday, 15th June 2022. Additional information: Please visit the North Northamptonshire Council e-Procurement Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home) to express an interest in this opportunity and to access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e19ba99-27f9-46de-99f8-48f1d5520952 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Feb 2022 - 15 Jun 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000 | | 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 | NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN16 8TL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire | | Local authority | North Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Northall | | Westminster constituency | Kettering | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis - 79314000 - Feasibility study ## Release History - 25 Nov 2021 at 16:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e19ba99-27f9-46de-99f8-48f1d5520952 - 25 Nov 2021 at 15:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e19ba99-27f9-46de-99f8-48f1d5520952 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e19ba99-27f9-46de-99f8-48f1d5520952 25th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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