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title: "MHCLG - Development of the National Model Design Code - Invitation to Tender"
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# MHCLG - Development of the National Model Design Code - Invitation to Tender

Buyer: MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8e4cee70-3286-4a42-92ea-37a770d15645

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## Summary

The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) is inviting tenders for the "Development of the National Model Design Code." This procurement process falls under the category of building consultancy services and the associated contract is set to commence on June 19, 2020, and conclude on November 30, 2020, with a potential extension of up to three months. The tender period closes on June 5, 2020. The maximum budget allocated for this project ranges from £60,000 to £80,000, exclusive of VAT, aimed at developing a comprehensive framework to enhance design quality in local developments.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for design consultancies and consultancy firms specialising in urban planning, particularly those experienced in developing design standards and community engagement strategies. By utilising this opportunity, businesses can contribute to shaping effective design codes and frameworks that could be implemented on a national scale, ensuring a consistent quality of urban development across local authorities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate in this process, enhancing their visibility and experience in the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

MHCLG wishes to procure a consultant (the Supplier) to help scope and develop the National Model Design Code, which will include illustrations to support design parameters. The objective is to develop an easy to use toolkit that local planning authorities, developers, built environment professionals and other agencies involved in the design of the built environment can use to ensure that a greater consistency of design quality is delivered for developments through preparation, application and enforcement of local design code criteria. A summary of the requirements for this commission are; An illustrated template setting out design parameters for a local design code to follow and tailor to local sites or areas, with details and metrics; A worked example of a local design guide and a guide on how the template is applied; A statement on good practice for community engagement in developing a local design guide; Enhancement of the National Design Guide to take account of the above. The National Model Design Code should be objectively based, clear, concise and simple to apply. The objectives are for wider application of design codes to help deliver greater certainty in the planning system, faster decision making, increase in pace of delivery of development, as well as improved quality and beauty in the built environment. How the code could be implemented in practice, for example, through the development plan process and how it will be applied in decision making, will be considered as part of facilitated workshops. The Contract will be for an initial period of five and a half (5.5) months commencing in June 2020 and expiring 30th November 2020. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Contract for a period of up to three (3) months. A key dependency for the duration of the Contract term is the length of the consultation, and the Authority will keep the Supplier updated on this point. The maximum budget range to support the production of the publishable National Model Design Code template to form Part 3 of the National Design Guide and worked example is PS60,000 to PS80,000 exclusive VAT. A previous competition for the services was set aside in May 2020 as the Authority had identified changes required to the original Specification and associated Award Criteria. The changes are now reflected in this Invitation to Tender. Additional information: ITT: itt_78 - MHCLG DEVELOPMENT OF THE NATIONAL MODEL DESIGN CODE CPD/004/121/029 Further information can be found at dclg.bravosolution.co.uk under the Project: tender_61 - CPD/004/121/029 Development of National Model Design Code Register for a free account at https://dclg.bravosolution.co.uk Click the 'ITTs Open to All Suppliers' link. (These are procurement processes open to any registered supplier). Click on the relevant ITT to access the content. Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the ITT into your 'My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'ITT Details' box Click 'My Response' under 'ITT Details', you can choose to: 'Create Response', or, 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the Authority and seek any clarification. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT. There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform. You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance, please consult the online help or contact the eTendering help desk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65f799ca-e7df-4bc4-9101-143e4bb7f347 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | 6 Mar 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Jun 2020 - 30 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71410000 - Urban planning services
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 May 2020 at 11:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65f799ca-e7df-4bc4-9101-143e4bb7f347
- 13 Mar 2020 at 10:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f32794bb-c02a-47ad-b989-f5aafcdf29e9
- 14 Feb 2020 at 17:06 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53a2fbd1-d6c9-43af-b286-eee52c74764b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65f799ca-e7df-4bc4-9101-143e4bb7f347
  22nd May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f32794bb-c02a-47ad-b989-f5aafcdf29e9
  13th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53a2fbd1-d6c9-43af-b286-eee52c74764b
  14th February 2020 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3a0a7ffa-aaec-4c33-bb78-1c75d2a23381
  CPD-004-120-178; National Model Design Code - PTME v1.0
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/02ebf8d6-f549-40e1-bb3d-86c27683ef53
  Bravo portal instructions - CPD-004-120-178
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/226149ea-2a8d-4b12-a52e-0a52868998ac
  Bravo portal instructions - CPD-004-120-178
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bddd127b-f859-469e-b278-b4ae46d3e3fc
  Bravo portal instructions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fabb65d8-7065-4ace-8cd3-e8f9a33727e1
  ANNEX A Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0d692132-a991-4352-a93e-7cf500f2d859
  ANNEX B Contract Award Letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e515f236-91bb-4360-8d00-234f695c8d26
  ANNEX B Contract Terms and Condition
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cf2631e9-17c0-48f3-94e4-34eb17613223
  ANNEX C Price Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e032cc38-a9a1-435c-bb9d-105b2c7c040d
  ANNEX D Form of Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1779670a-758b-48b6-b3ab-f597bb4238e4
  ANNEX F Travel and Subsistence
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ac567a36-4f40-4461-ad97-43b0c0c43ede
  01. ITT Instructions Terms of Participation
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c2fd0d9f-5e26-46dd-bc4c-b804c4b7b5eb
  ANNEX E Award Criteria Scoring Guidance
- https://dclg.bravosolution.co.uk

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