--- title: "Allotments Consultation and Strategy Consultancy" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e405b1b9-a5bc-4816-8888-9d679d2dd18e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e405b1b9-a5bc-4816-8888-9d679d2dd18e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e405b1b9-a5bc-4816-8888-9d679d2dd18e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e405b1b9-a5bc-4816-8888-9d679d2dd18e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2022-09-27" --- # Allotments Consultation and Strategy Consultancy Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e405b1b9-a5bc-4816-8888-9d679d2dd18e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e405b1b9-a5bc-4816-8888-9d679d2dd18e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e405b1b9-a5bc-4816-8888-9d679d2dd18e.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, located in West Midlands, United Kingdom, is seeking consultancy services for an "Allotments Consultation and Strategy" project. The contract period will run from 30th October 2022 to 13th January 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, with a tender deadline of 14th October 2022. The contract falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The project aims to review existing allotments provision, agreements, fees, and charges, and to develop an overarching strategy. This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses offering consultancy services in horticulture, urban planning, and community development sectors to engage with Sandwell Council. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The project requires thorough site assessments, strategic planning capabilities, and the ability to engage effectively with local stakeholders. Businesses capable of offering innovative solutions for allotment improvement and policy development would find this tender particularly suited to their expertise. ## Notice Overview Sandwell Council, Borough Economy, are seeking a consultant or consultancy to complete a review of our allotments provision, agreements, fees and charges, and develop an allotments strategy. Term of Contract The term of the contract is from 17th October - Jan 10th 2022. Only those able to complete within these timescales will be awarded the contract. The successful bidder will have a contract to: 1. Conduct a site visit to each of 40 allotment sites. 2. Complete the following at each site: o List of all assets (furniture, bedding, features, signage, interpretation, facilities) including assessment of quality and repairs required. o Take pictures of the full site including assets, entrance and exits, outside views from the green space (of the area directly surrounding). o Note nearby community assets / residential areas / businesses / transport links. 3. Provide a basic assessment of: a. Immediate issues to address: i.e. health and safety issues and quick fixes that will immediately provide impact for the community. b. Improvements required to assets (either asset removal, replacement, repair, or additions) that will enhance quality and value, or address a quality / value concerns for the site. c. Opportunities for the space to improve quality and value scores d. Current usage of each site and plot. 4. Some sites will also require the following (estimation of 5 sample sites): a. Discussion with local groups / stakeholders on views for the sites / allotments provision in Sandwell. 5. Complete the following review of our allotments strategy and policy, supporting Sandwell Council to be able to answer the following: a. How do we compare to national benchmarks and local comparitors on allotment provision? b. What is the demand, and based on current tenancies, what would be the current estimated waiting time be for an allotment plot. c. Review our current management arrangements and develop options for self-managed / council managed allotments. d. Review current contracts, fees and charges, terms and conditions, agreements, and draft proposed changes to these. Price Guide Bidders should submit their quotes as follows: 1. An estimation of time required for each improvement plan. Our current estimation based on samples is 2 - 3 hours per site as an average (note many sites are small). 2. Include a daily rate. 3. Break down the price by the outcomes above. Additional information: Apply by completing the tender document. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57b72873-11e1-4fe0-b24f-8ce67295fd5b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Sep 2022 | | Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Oct 2022 - 13 Jan 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000 | | 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B69 3DE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | Oldbury | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 27 Sep 2022 at 21:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57b72873-11e1-4fe0-b24f-8ce67295fd5b - 27 Sep 2022 at 21:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57b72873-11e1-4fe0-b24f-8ce67295fd5b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57b72873-11e1-4fe0-b24f-8ce67295fd5b 27th September 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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