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title: "Smallholdings and Agricultural Estate Management Services (2024)"
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# Smallholdings and Agricultural Estate Management Services (2024)

Buyer: WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f05d6e43-5e7b-41cd-9ea6-0d08b922055f

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## Summary

The contract for "Smallholdings and Agricultural Estate Management Services (2024)" has been awarded by West Sussex County Council (WSCC) following an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The procurement was completed to manage day-to-day operations of smallholdings and other rural properties owned by the council. The contract spans various tasks, including asset optimisation, property disposals, negotiations, and dispute resolutions, with a focus on the real estate agency services industry category. The contract, valued at approximately £350,000 (excluding VAT) over its full term, started on 1st April 2025 and will initially run for two years, with the option of a three-year extension. BNP Paribas Real Estate Advisory & Property Management UK Limited, based in London, has been identified as the supplier for this contract. Key project locations include the South East region of the United Kingdom, particularly around the postal code area PO19 1RQ.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in real estate services, particularly those with expertise in agricultural estate management and property transactions. The annual contract value of £70,000 provides a stable revenue stream and the potential for extended engagement. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with relevant capabilities are ideally positioned to leverage their agility and local knowledge to compete effectively. The comprehensive scope of services required, ranging from daily management to complex negotiations and valuations, offers ample opportunity for firms to showcase their full suite of services, fostering business growth and establishing long-term client relationships with a prominent local authority.

## Notice

A contract for the provision of Smallholding and Agricultural Estate Management Services was tendered by West Sussex County Council (WSCC) in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015) Open Procedure. A summary of the requirement is given below: - Day-to-day management of the smallholdings estate and the County Council's Other Rural Land - Asset Optimisation and Option Appraisals of Property - Pre-Marketing - The Disposal of Property - Granting of Farm Business Tenancies (equipped holdings) - Granting of New Leases, Sub-Leases or Licences Grant and Renewal of Farm Business Tenancies greater than 5 years - Grant & Renewal of Farm Business Tenancies, Leases and Licences less than 5 years - Rent Reviews (Smallholdings Estate) - Rent Reviews, Lease Breaks, Lease Expiries and Renewals in respect of the Leasing & Licensing of Property - Acquisition of Freehold Properties - Property Acquisitions under the Statutory Blight Notice Procedure for Agricultural Land and Buildings Only - Negotiation of Easements, Wayleaves and Other Sundry Negotiations - Provision of Market Valuations - Land Tribunal and Courts, Arbitration and Similar Dispute Resolution Case Work - Tree advice and assessments The estimated annual value of the Contract is PS70,000 (ex VAT). The estimated total value of the Contract is PS350,000 (ex VAT) over the full term, including any extensions. However, no guarantee or commitment can be given regarding the initial and future value of any work arising from the Contract. The Contract has been awarded for an initial term of 2 years from the Contract Commencement Date, 01.04.25, with an option to extend on the same Terms and Conditions at WSCC's discretion by up to an additional 3 years in any combination. The maximum duration of the Contract will therefore be 5 years. The Contract is for the sole use of WSCC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/070a18cc-26d3-46e5-a027-cbeb088e22bb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £167,725 |
| 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 | WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHICHESTER |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO19 1RQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Chichester |
| Electoral ward | Chichester Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chichester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BNP PARIBAS REAL ESTATE ADVISORY & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT UK LI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 70 - Real estate services

### Codes

- 70300000 - Real estate agency services on a fee or contract basis

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2025 at 10:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/070a18cc-26d3-46e5-a027-cbeb088e22bb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/070a18cc-26d3-46e5-a027-cbeb088e22bb
  3rd February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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