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title: "Exploring Challenges and Innovation Opportunities in the Urban Commercial Real Estate Sector"
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# Exploring Challenges and Innovation Opportunities in the Urban Commercial Real Estate Sector

Buyer: CONNECTED PLACES CATAPULT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-deac5dca-3d48-4c4b-a8f2-181007ec86d4

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## Summary

Connected Places Catapult is inviting tenders to conduct research on "Exploring Challenges and Innovation Opportunities in the Urban Commercial Real Estate Sector." This procurement process targets the sector of Research and Development services and related consultancy services, primarily focusing on future-proofing the urban CRE industry in the UK, aligning with sustainability and inclusion goals. The procurement follows an open procedure suitable for SMEs and VCSEs and includes key dates such as the tender end date on 4th November 2024 and the project duration from 25th November 2024 to 28th February 2025. The location for service delivery is in England, United Kingdom, and the contract has an estimated value of £25,000 GBP.

This tender represents a growth opportunity for businesses capable of providing in-depth research and innovative insights into the urban CRE sector. Ideal candidates are firms experienced in urban development, sustainable development practices, and economic and environmental consultancy. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to contribute to shaping the future of urban commercial real estate, fostering sustainable investments and technological advancements. The open procurement method ensures transparency and equal opportunity for all interested parties, especially those in the consultancy and research development sectors.

## Notice

Connected Places Catapult is looking to commission research to help shape our engagements in the urban CRE sector. Commercial real estate is an essential contributor to the life and economy of cities worldwide. CRE plays a critical role in sustaining local jobs, supporting local economic growth, and ensuring sustainable investment. CRE developers have increasingly sought to address concerns around environmental sustainability, inclusion, and digitalisation in urban CRE, but this is often overshadowed by pressing priorities such as financial sustainability and the need for affordable housing and office space. Simultaneously, technological advancements, shifting work dynamics, growing environmental concerns, and economic uncertainty, are demanding transformations within the urban CRE sector. In this context, the Catapult is looking to commission one or more research studies to explore the challenges and opportunities for innovation within urban CRE developments in the UK, and where relevant, including insights and best practices from other countries. Focusing on future-proofing the industry while maximising social, environmental, and economic value. This research will provide vital evidence and insights that will help the Catapult support the CRE sector's evolution, ensuring that it meets future demands while aligning with broader sustainability and inclusion goals. If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register Additional information: If interested, please register at link below if not already registered and Express an Interest on this project and you will be able to download the tender documents - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/425cf2a7-4c4c-4734-8b62-5dd1cf034b02 |
| 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Nov 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| 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 | CONNECTED PLACES CATAPULT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC1R 0BE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington |
| Local authority | Islington |
| Electoral ward | Clerkenwell |
| Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2024 at 15:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/425cf2a7-4c4c-4734-8b62-5dd1cf034b02

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/425cf2a7-4c4c-4734-8b62-5dd1cf034b02
  16th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://cp.catapult.org.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

## Provenance

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