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title: "Neighbourhood Planning Independent Examiner Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05fc58"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
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# Neighbourhood Planning Independent Examiner Framework

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fc58

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by West Northamptonshire Council involves a framework agreement titled "Neighbourhood Planning Independent Examiner Framework", focused on the provision of independent examination services for neighbourhood planning. This initiative falls within the service industry category, specifically urban planning and business services such as consulting. The agreement covers the UKF24 region in Northampton, UK. The procurement process is in the award stage as of 23rd December 2025, with contracts having commenced from 15th December 2025, extending up to a possible end date of 14th December 2029, subject to renewal. The procurement method utilised was limited competition, operating a multi-supplier framework on a ranked call-off basis without reopening competition.

This framework presents significant business opportunities for SMEs specialising in urban planning consultancy, offering them the chance to engage with West Northamptonshire Council over an extended period. The framework allows for a flexible call-off of services, ensuring that qualified consultants have the potential for continuous involvement. Companies like Charisma Spatial Planning Ltd, Planning and Management Ltd, and Argyle Planning Consultancy Ltd are ideal participants, as evidenced by their current roles as suppliers within this agreement. Businesses interested in expanding their footprint within public sector tenders, particularly within planning and management services, would benefit from entering frameworks like this as it facilitates steadier income streams and enhances reputational standing within the industry.

## Notice

A multiple-supplier framework agreement for the provision of independent neighbourhood planning examiner services. The framework enables West Northamptonshire Council to appoint suitably qualified and experienced consultants to undertake independent examinations of neighbourhood plans on a call-off basis, in accordance with statutory requirements. Services will be commissioned as required via individual call-off contracts under the framework procedure, with no guarantee of volume or spend.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085743-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £100,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | ARGYLE PLANNING CONSULTANCY; CHARISMA SPATIAL PLANNING; PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71410000 - Urban planning services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2025 at 11:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085743-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085743-2025
  23rd December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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