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title: "The Big Halton Forest"
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# The Big Halton Forest

Buyer: HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec2fc543-7d7e-4c50-9c11-1f850466a627

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## Summary

The Big Halton Forest project, commissioned by Halton Borough Council, focuses on urban planning and landscape architectural services within England, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category and has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to WSP UK Ltd on 30 April 2025. The procurement method utilised was direct award, ensuring a streamlined process, and the contract commenced on 1 May 2025, lasting until 30 May 2026. The contract is valued at £48,635, providing an opportunity for service expansion and delivery within the urban planning sector.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in urban planning and landscape architecture to engage in projects that enhance community environments. The suitability criteria indicate potential advantages for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), highlighting inclusive business growth opportunities. Companies that excel in delivering comprehensive landscape and urban planning services are well-suited to become involved, thus fostering growth and strengthening partnerships within this sector.

## Notice

The Big Halton Forest

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/326b2325-fe0f-43d2-ad9b-e302e5273bc5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,635 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,635 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIDNES |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA8 7EA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | Halton |
| Electoral ward | Central & West Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Widnes and Halewood |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

## Release History

- 9 May 2025 at 09:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/326b2325-fe0f-43d2-ad9b-e302e5273bc5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/326b2325-fe0f-43d2-ad9b-e302e5273bc5
  9th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www2.halton.gov.uk

## Provenance

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