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title: "Commission of a Viability and Delivery Study for Dudley Sandwell Walsall and Wolverhampton Councils - AWARD"
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# Commission of a Viability and Delivery Study for Dudley Sandwell Walsall and Wolverhampton Councils - AWARD

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f7f93da9-e3cd-4b79-b228-cb3797401a80

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, which has awarded a contract for the "Commission of a Viability and Delivery Study for Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton Councils." This study aims to support the preparation of the emerging Black Country Plan, ensuring that all identified policies are realistic and promoting informed decision-making regarding site allocations. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 20 March 2020. The contract period spans from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2022, and the total value of the awarded contract is £66,297.14. The study is related to the infrastructure works consultancy services industry and is based in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in infrastructure works and financial consultancy services. Companies that specialise in viability and delivery studies, urban planning, or environmental assessments would be particularly well-suited to engage with this contract and leverage their experience to contribute to the Black Country Plan. The emphasis on evidence-based planning provides a chance for service providers to showcase their capabilities in creating sustainable and realistic project proposals, ultimately fostering business growth in the region.

## Notice

Commission of a Viability and Delivery Study for Dudley Sandwell Walsall and Wolverhampton Councils The four Black Country Authorities (BCAs) of Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton are seeking to commission a Viability and Delivery Study to support the preparation of the emerging Black Country Plan (BCP). The Study will provide evidence that the policies are realistic and do not undermine the delivery of the plan, in accordance with the guidance in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). It will also help the BCAs identify housing and employment sites that are capable of being delivered within the Plan period. The overarching objective of this study is to provide a robust evidence base upon which the Councillors of the four BCAs can make informed decisions regarding site allocations. In accordance with the requirements of the NPPF, the protection of Green Belt will be given paramount importance and only considered when all opportunities for development in the existing urban area have been exhausted. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 20 March 2020 at 15:00hrs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee1ec5b7-5dfc-4836-a6b8-b11ded2e4f6d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £66,297 |
| 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B69 3DB |
| 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASPINALL VERDI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 66171000 - Financial consultancy services
- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 May 2020 at 07:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee1ec5b7-5dfc-4836-a6b8-b11ded2e4f6d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee1ec5b7-5dfc-4836-a6b8-b11ded2e4f6d
  5th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc

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