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title: "Plan Mid Devon Strategic Environmental Assessment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068e47"
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# Plan Mid Devon Strategic Environmental Assessment

Buyer: MID DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068e47

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## Summary

Mid Devon District Council is currently seeking tenders for the 'Plan Mid Devon Strategic Environmental Assessment', aimed at evaluating the Local Plan's compliance with relevant guidance. This contract falls under the 'Research consultancy services' industry category, with operations primarily in the United Kingdom, specifically the UKK4 region. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with key deadlines including the enquiry period ending on 13th May 2026 and the tender period concluding on 29th May 2026. The work is set to commence on 6th July 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2029. This opportunity follows an 'open' procurement method below the threshold, wherein suppliers must register through ProContract to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in environmental assessments and strategic planning. Organisations capable of delivering high-quality analytical reports and engaging in local plan examinations are well-positioned to compete, especially given the emphasis on quality at 75% over price at 25%. The procurement is inclusive, with VCSE suitability criteria in place, promoting diverse business involvement. The focus on strategic environmental assessments signifies growth potential for businesses aiming to expand into governmental planning sectors, offering services that align with public authority requirements.

## Notice

A suitable consultant is sought to undertake a full Strategic Environment Assessment of the Local Plan. This will be legally compliant and follow relevance guidance. The SEA will include a scoping report, SEA of local plan policies and site allocations and their reasonable alternatives at key stages in the local plan's preparation, preparing an environment report, assisting with consultation on the SEA and participating at the local plan examination. The consultant may be required to prepare an Environmental Outcomes Report should this become necessary through legislation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039354-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £66,666 |
| Lots value | £66,666 |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 14:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039354-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039354-2026
  29th 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.

## Notice URLs

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

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