--- title: "Independent review of an applicant/developer's viability assessment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c30f0907-0c35-4f6e-b044-388bdb00cff2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c30f0907-0c35-4f6e-b044-388bdb00cff2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c30f0907-0c35-4f6e-b044-388bdb00cff2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c30f0907-0c35-4f6e-b044-388bdb00cff2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SHROPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2019-08-07" --- # Independent review of an applicant/developer's viability assessment Buyer: SHROPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c30f0907-0c35-4f6e-b044-388bdb00cff2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c30f0907-0c35-4f6e-b044-388bdb00cff2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c30f0907-0c35-4f6e-b044-388bdb00cff2.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by Shropshire County Council seeks an independent review of viability assessments submitted by developers. The tender, titled "Independent review of an applicant/developer's viability assessment," falls within the housing services sector and is located in the West Midlands, England. The procurement method is classified as a limited process, specifically a competitive quotation below threshold. Interested bidders must submit their quotes via email by 12pm on 22nd August 2019, with the contract set to commence on 16th September 2019 and conclude on 15th September 2021. This opportunity allows businesses experienced in housing services and viability assessment reviews to participate, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Providers that can demonstrate expertise in assessing development viability and navigating complex policy requirements will find this tender suitable. The successful bidder will have the chance to engage in long-term client relationships with a local authority, thereby fostering business growth and enhancing capacity in public sector contracting. ## Notice Shropshire Council currently lacks the resources to assess viability appraisals submitted by an applicant and developer and is therefore seeking a suitably experienced and qualified 'service provider' to undertake independent reviews of submitted appraisals. There are challenges from developers regarding the ability of the scheme to satisfy policy requirements, particularly regarding affordable housing. Challenges based on scheme viability can occur at one of several stages in the development process: - 1. Pre-development - during planning application consideration 2. Post determination - Reserved Matters and Full application stage 3. Post completion - particularly in respect of developments that fall below the threshold for on-site affordable housing provision. CS11 provided that all open market residential development contributed to the provision of affordable housing at the current prevailing target rate by way of a financial contribution, secured by a S106 Agreement. This contribution is required to be paid two years from commencement for single dwellings. This payment again is challenged on viability grounds at the time when payment is supposed to made. The contract will be between Shropshire Council and the successful provider and will cover the terms for undertaking the service. This contract must be agreed by both parties before any payments are made. Your quote should be returned by email by 12pm on 22nd August 2019 Contact Maria Howell- maria.howell@shropshire.gov.uk A copy of the Shropshire Council General Terms and Conditions for the supply of goods, services and works is available to download from the Shropshire Council website: https://www.shropshire.gov.uk/doing-business-with-shropshire-council/ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33145fd6-4368-437c-a381-dbf577af0ab4 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Aug 2019 | | Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Sep 2019 - 15 Sep 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £48,000 | | 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 | SHROPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | SHREWSBURY | | Post town | Shrewsbury | | Postcode | SY2 6ND | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire | | Local authority | Shropshire | | Electoral ward | Abbey | | Westminster constituency | Shrewsbury | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 70 - Real estate services ### Codes - 70333000 - Housing services ## Release History - 7 Aug 2019 at 08:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33145fd6-4368-437c-a381-dbf577af0ab4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33145fd6-4368-437c-a381-dbf577af0ab4 7th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/84241017-cdc5-420e-a996-a2711450f122 Invitation to Quote ## Notice URLs - https://www.shropshire.gov.uk/doing-business-with-shropshire-council/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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