---
title: "Remote support for planning validation checks"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069d9e"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069d9e.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-20"
---

# Remote support for planning validation checks

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069d9e

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## Summary

North Northamptonshire Council awarded a contract to TERRAQUEST SOLUTIONS LIMITED for remote support in the checking and validation of planning applications. Initiated as a direct procurement below the financial threshold, the process commenced with risk on 7th March 2026, with the contract officially signed on 27th April 2026. The project, categorized under the goods sector and involving planning systems, will be completed by 30th September 2026, with the prime location being Corby, UK. The entire contract is valued at £75,000 with a gross amount of £90,000.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in planning and development consultancy services, particularly those proficient in remote support and validation processes. Although the award has been made directly without competition, the detailed requirements indicate there is scope for businesses with expertise in digital planning solutions to engage in future collaborations. Such businesses could benefit from exploring sub-central government projects, particularly within the geographic region of Northamptonshire, for growth and expansion opportunities.

## Notice

Remote support for the checking and validation of planning applications. Please note, this contract started at risk from 7th March however was not signed until 27th April.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046454-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £75,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | CORBY |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN17 1QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Lloyds |
| Westminster constituency | Corby and East Northamptonshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TERRAQUEST SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30196000 - Planning systems

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 13:38 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046454-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046454-2026
  20th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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