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title: "MD26017 - Plan Mid Devon Viability Assessment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067c0c"
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# MD26017 - Plan Mid Devon Viability Assessment

Buyer: MID DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067c0c

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## Summary

Mid Devon District Council has carried out the procurement process for the "MD26017 - Plan Mid Devon Viability Assessment," aimed at preparing a combined Housing and Economic Needs Assessment (HENA) for the district. The process was conducted via an open competition, classified as a below-threshold procurement method. This tender, falling under the industry category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services, is now complete. The contract was awarded on 2nd February 2026, with the active contract period running from 6th July 2026 to 5th April 2029. This project is crucial for providing up-to-date evidence-based information, which will support the Council's preparation of a new local plan, alongside additional plans, programmes, and strategies. The procurement process took place in the UK region UKK43, with an award value of £37,150 net.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in consultancy services related to housing and economic assessments. Businesses that are well-suited for such tenders typically possess a robust background in research and development, offering evidence-based consultancy. Engaging in such projects can help firms build credibility and experience in strategic assessments, enhancing their portfolio and opening doors for future projects with governmental bodies. The successful supplier for this tender was DIXON SEARLE PARTNERSHIP LIMITED, reflecting the demand for specialists with the capability to deliver comprehensive and detailed assessments that influence public sector planning and policy-making landscapes.

## Notice

A suitably qualified and experienced consultant is sought to prepare a combined Housing and Economic Needs Assessment (HENA) for Mid Devon district. The HENA will provide up to date, robust, evidence-based information and will form a key part of the evidence base that will be used to help inform the preparation of a new local plan and also other plans, programmes and strategies prepared by the Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062035-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2026 - 5 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £66,666 |
| Lots value | £66,666 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £97,011 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MID DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | TIVERTON |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX16 6PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Mid Devon |
| Electoral ward | Tiverton Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Tiverton and Minehead |
| Delivery location | TLK4 Devon |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BE GROUP; DIXON SEARLE PARTNERSHIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Jul 2026 at 08:21 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062035-2026
- 23 Jun 2026 at 09:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058808-2026
- 2 Apr 2026 at 14:08 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031019-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062035-2026
  2nd July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058808-2026
  23rd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031019-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- http://www.advantageswtenders.co.uk
  To access the documentation to collaborate in this opportunity you will need to register on ProContract the electronic portal for Advantage South West accessing the Supplier login and Register free.
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-18123
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-18586
  Contract Award Notice.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.advantageswtenders.co.uk.ToaccessthedocumentationtocollaborateinthisopportunityyouwillneedtoregisteronProContracttheelectronicportalforAdvantageSouthWestaccessingtheSupplierloginandRegisterfree.
- http://www.dixonsearle.co.uk
- http://www.middevon.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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