--- title: "Future High Streets Fund - Consultancy services for the provision of Creative Workspace feasibility and delivery options and Green Book appraisal" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9b811932-fc87-4465-8f1c-28a1d33f9a9e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b811932-fc87-4465-8f1c-28a1d33f9a9e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b811932-fc87-4465-8f1c-28a1d33f9a9e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b811932-fc87-4465-8f1c-28a1d33f9a9e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2020-01-13" --- # Future High Streets Fund - Consultancy services for the provision of Creative Workspace feasibility and delivery options and Green Book appraisal Buyer: THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b811932-fc87-4465-8f1c-28a1d33f9a9e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b811932-fc87-4465-8f1c-28a1d33f9a9e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b811932-fc87-4465-8f1c-28a1d33f9a9e.json) ## Summary The Thanet District Council is currently facilitating a tender process under the Future High Streets Fund for consultancy services to conduct a study on the feasibility and delivery options for creative workspace in Ramsgate Town Centre. The tender, titled "Future High Streets Fund - Consultancy services for the provision of Creative Workspace feasibility and delivery options and Green Book appraisal," aims to enhance town centre vitality in response to evolving consumer needs. Key dates include the deadline for questions on 23 January 2020 and the submission deadline for completed quotes by 31 January 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 7 February 2020 and will span a duration of 21 weeks, with a total estimated value of £35,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, with suppliers invited to submit formal quotations based on the criteria outlined in the Invitation to Quote document. This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in business and management consultancy services. With a focus on creative workspace strategies, businesses that provide multifaceted consultancy services or have expertise in feasibility studies, economic assessments, and relevant industry insights would be well-equipped to compete. The tender not only offers a chance for financial growth but also enables contributors to play a crucial role in revitalising Ramsgate's community and business landscape. ## Notice Thanet District Council has been successful in its Expression of Interest (EoI) to the Future High Streets Fund (FHSF) for Ramsgate Town Centre. The object of the FHSF is to breathe new life into town centres and high streets in ways to help them evolve and adapt to changes in consumer demand and expectations. These changes are to be transformational; and ensure a thriving town centre able to sustain itself, its community and businesses. To progress with the next phase of grant assessment the Council is now required to develop a full business case for capital investment by the FHSF in support of the proposals and strategic ambition outlined in the EoI. Thanet District Council invites tenders from a suitably qualified multi-disciplinary professional consultancy teams to undertake a study to assess the feasibility and deliverability of workspace provision, aimed at the creative industries, in Ramsgate town centre, and to appraise the feasibility through the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Green Book appraisal. The Contract is anticipated to commence upon 7 February, 2020 for a duration of 21 weeks. The procurement process will be undertaken on the basis of formal quotations. Evaluation will be on the basis of criteria and methodology as set out in the Invitation to Quote document. Important Information: All procurement documents are attached to this notice and available for suppliers to download and complete according to instructions contained. Any clarifications or questions must be submitted via the Message area of the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12.00hrs on 23 January, 2020. Completed quotation documents must be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12.00hrs on 31 January, 2020. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45c91135-e4ce-4818-8e5b-e53aaeb2604d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Jan 2020 | | Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Feb 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £35,000 | | 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 | THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | MARGATE | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT9 1XZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Thanet | | Electoral ward | Cliftonville West | | Westminster constituency | East Thanet | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services ## Release History - 13 Jan 2020 at 11:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45c91135-e4ce-4818-8e5b-e53aaeb2604d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45c91135-e4ce-4818-8e5b-e53aaeb2604d 13th January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.thanet.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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