--- title: "Development Project - Short Furlong, Beer, Devon" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c1eb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c1eb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c1eb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c1eb.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "LIVEWEST HOMES LIMITED" published: "2026-07-02" --- # Development Project - Short Furlong, Beer, Devon Buyer: LIVEWEST HOMES LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c1eb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c1eb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c1eb.json) ## Summary LIVEWEST HOMES LIMITED, a public authority operating under the sub-central government classification, is in the planning stages of a procurement process titled "Development Project - Short Furlong, Beer, Devon". This project falls under the 'works' category in the construction industry, specifically focusing on the design and building of 30 new dwellings in Beer, Devon, UK. The key procurement method involved is the Competitive Flexible Procedure, with an initial Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ) having been scheduled for release on 20 July 2026. Interested contractors should express their interest by 14 August 2026 via LiveWest's ProContract eTendering portal, as this will aid in understanding market engagement levels. Construction is anticipated to begin on 1 March 2027 and end by 31 March 2028. This tender offers significant opportunities for construction companies specialising in multi-dwelling buildings and individual housing projects. Firms with expertise in delivering design and build contracts, such as those holding experience with the JCT Design and Build Contract form, will find this project particularly advantageous. Additionally, businesses that can demonstrate compliance with planning permissions and are adept in coordinating with local councils for project approvals may increase their prospects not only for this tender but for expanding their footprint in public sector housing developments across the region. ## Notice Design and Build of 30no dwellings at Short Furlong, Beer, Devon, EX12 3NL LiveWest intends to tender a JCT Design and Build Contract 2024 through a Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP). There will be an initial pre-qualification Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) issued to those who have indicated an Expression of Interest within the deadline. Those who qualify at PSQ stage will then be offered an Invitation to Tender (ITT). This process will be managed through the LiveWest ProContract procurement portal. The contract will be in the standard form of JCT Design and Build 2024 subject to the LiveWest Schedule of Amendments, LiveWest Employers Requirements, Planning Permission, Building Regulations and NHBC Warranty. The site to be constructed is covered by an open, pastoral field with no current buildings or hardstanding present. The site is bound by residential properties along Quarry Road to the north and further residential properties to the east. The main site entrance being located to the north of Short Furlong. The site topography slopes from approximately 75m above ordnance datum in the south towards 56m above ordnance datum in the north over a distance of approximately 56m. Outline Planning Permission has been obtained from East Devon District Council under application reference 18/1957/MOUT for up to 30 new dwellings, with Reserved Matters now consented under application reference 22/1522/MRES. Further information in relation to ground investigation, ecology, topographical survey, utilities and drainage commissioned by LiveWest will be issued as part of the ITT documentation. A copy of the consented reserved matters planning layout is included overleaf for information and further information is available from the East Devon Council Planning Portal. LiveWest intends to issue the Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ), which constitutes Stage 1 of the Competitive Flexible Procedure, on 20 July 2026. Suppliers interested in participating in this procurement are encouraged to register their interest by emailing phillip.blackmore@livewest.co.uk. While not mandatory, expressions of interest would be greatly appreciated and will assist LiveWest in understanding the anticipated level of market engagement. The PSQ documentation will be issued through LiveWest's ProContract eTendering portal. Contractors wishing to participate should ensure they are registered on the portal in advance to access the procurement documents and receive any related communications. ### Planning Information LiveWest intends to issue the Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ), which constitutes Stage 1 of the Competitive Flexible Procedure, on 20 July 2026. Suppliers interested in participating in this procurement are encouraged to register their interest by emailing phillip.blackmore@livewest.co.uk. While not mandatory, expressions of interest would be greatly appreciated and will assist LiveWest in understanding the anticipated level of market engagement. The PSQ documentation will be issued through LiveWest's ProContract eTendering portal. Contractors wishing to participate should ensure they are registered on the portal in advance to access the procurement documents and receive any related communications. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062029-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 14 Aug 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LIVEWEST HOMES LIMITED | | Locality | EXETER | | Post town | Exeter | | Postcode | EX5 2FZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC | | Local authority | East Devon | | Electoral ward | Broadclyst | | Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East | | Delivery location | TLK4 Devon | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses ## Release History - 2 Jul 2026 at 08:13 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062029-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062029-2026 2nd July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.livewest.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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