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title: "Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) / Appropriate Assessment (AA) of the Somerset Council Local Plan 2022-2044"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ba26"
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# Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) / Appropriate Assessment (AA) of the Somerset Council Local Plan 2022-2044

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ba26

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## Summary

Somerset Council, acting as the buyer, has completed a procurement process for the Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Appropriate Assessment (AA) of the Somerset Council Local Plan 2022-2044. The contract ID is C1001115, and this project falls under the industry category of services with a specific focus on creating draft plans (systems and integration). The procurement was conducted through a direct method, allowing a below-threshold process without competition. The contract, worth £45,300 gross, started on 22 May 2026 and will conclude on 30 April 2028. This project is essential for assessing the impact of local development plans on protected habitats of international importance, and the work is being delivered in the UKK23 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the environmental consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in regulatory assessments and local government planning. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Lepus Consulting Ltd, which was awarded this contract, are well-suited to compete in such processes, especially when they combine technical proficiency with a robust understanding of environmental regulations. Companies with experience providing services in drafting strategic plans and compliance with local regulations could find similar opportunities conducive to business growth.

## Notice

Preparation of draft and final Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Appropriate Assessment (AA) of the Somerset Council Local Plan 2022-2044 for the Draft Content Report and Final Submission Somerset Local Plan. This is a statitory requirement of local development plans to assess and advise on the impact of policies and sites on Protected Habitats of International Importance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058530-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £37,750 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEPUS CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71243000 - Draft plans (systems and integration)

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2026 at 12:40 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058530-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058530-2026
  22nd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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