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title: "Support for Ecology, Nutrient Neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068288"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BRECKLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-15"
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# Support for Ecology, Nutrient Neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain

Buyer: BRECKLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068288

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## Summary

This procurement process was initiated by Breckland District Council under the title "Support for Ecology, Nutrient Neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain" and falls within the services category, specifically focusing on environmental planning. Although the procurement method was below the threshold specified, it was carried out in the UK, with the council based in Dereham, United Kingdom. This contract has reached the award stage, with Essex County Council identified as the supplier. Key dates include the contract's active status from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, with the potential for renewal up to 31 March 2028. The contract was signed on 30 March 2026, with a gross value amounting to £96,000, confirming its commitment to enhancing ecological initiatives through planning application processes.

For businesses looking to leverage opportunities in environmental services, this tender provides significant growth prospects. Companies specialising in ecological planning, nutrient neutrality, and biodiversity net gain can benefit from engaging with Breckland District Council's strategic environmental agenda. Large-scale suppliers like Essex County Council have demonstrated their capability to fulfill such contracts, highlighting that businesses equipped to handle complex environmental planning and consultancy services are well-suited to compete. The ability to extend the contract for an additional year presents further opportunities for sustained business development in this sector.

## Notice

Support for Ecology, Nutrient Neutrality and Biodiversity Net Gain insofar as it relates to planning applications

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034013-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £96,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRECKLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | DEREHAM |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR19 1EE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk |
| Local authority | Breckland |
| Electoral ward | Dereham Neatherd |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Norfolk |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90712000 - Environmental planning

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2026 at 08:37 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034013-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034013-2026
  15th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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