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title: "BT1827 - Water Cycle Study"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0591b1"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LUTON COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-01"
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# BT1827 - Water Cycle Study

Buyer: LUTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0591b1

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## Summary

Luton Council is seeking a consultant for a Water Cycle Study aimed at supporting the town’s development and growth. The study will assess the existing and future capacity of Luton’s water and wastewater infrastructure and the impact of any proposed developments. This initiative falls under the services category, specifically research and development services, and involves an open procurement method. The submission deadline for this tender is the 23rd of September 2025, with the enquiry period closing on the 19th of September 2025. The contract is expected to begin on the 30th of September 2025 and conclude by the 29th of September 2026. Located in Luton, within the UKH21 region, this project represents a key opportunity within the public authority and sub-central government sector.

The Water Cycle Study presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services related to infrastructure and urban development. With a project value of up to £48,000, this tender is particularly suitable for SMEs, given its open competition setup and below-threshold procurement method. Businesses with expertise in environmental impact assessments, infrastructure planning, and regional development are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. Emphasising quality, with a weighting of 70%, alongside a 30% price consideration, this contract encourages organisations that can provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to improve Luton’s water management and strategic planning capabilities.

## Notice

The planning policy team is seeking a consultant to produce a Water Cycle Study (WCS) to provide evidence to support the development and future growth of the town. The aim of the WCS will be to identify the current and projected future capacity of water and wastewater infrastructure in Luton assess the potential impact of proposed development on that infrastructure; and specify the investment required to mitigate any negative impacts.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052964-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | £40,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LUTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | TLH21 Luton |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 1 Sep 2025 at 16:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052964-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052964-2025
  1st September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.luton.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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