---
title: "Lead Design Consultant - Clay Cross Town Deal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b8ba"
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buyer: "NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-19"
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# Lead Design Consultant - Clay Cross Town Deal

Buyer: NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b8ba

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## Summary

North East Derbyshire District Council has initiated a tender process for the role of Lead Design Consultant as part of the Clay Cross Town Deal. This procurement falls under the services category and involves design consultancy services. The open competition process will allow tender submissions via electronic methods, with a budget of £66,666.67 specified for this under-threshold competition. The deadline for tender submissions is 20th July 2026, at 12:00 BST, with the enquiry period closing on 6th July 2026. The project will be based in the UK, specifically within the UKF1 region, with the contract period scheduled from 10th August 2026 to 9th August 2027.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for consultancies specialising in design services to engage in regional development projects and expand their portfolio. Businesses with a strong proficiency in delivering high-quality, competitively priced design solutions are well-positioned to compete effectively, especially those familiar with public sector projects. The council is prioritising an evaluation criterion that weighs price at 60% and quality at 40%, indicating a balanced focus on cost-efficiency and service excellence. Participating in such a contract can facilitate networking opportunities with sub-central government bodies and enhance reputation within public sector procurement networks.

## Notice

North East Derbyshire District Council is issuing this Invitation To Tender in connection with the competitive procurement for the Lead Design Consultant - Clay Cross Town Deal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057891-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 2027 |
| 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 | NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHESTERFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S42 6NG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF12 East Derbyshire |
| Local authority | North East Derbyshire |
| Electoral ward | Tupton |
| Westminster constituency | North East Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79415200 - Design consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 09:10 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057891-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057891-2026
  19th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nederbyshiredc/

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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