---
title: "Consultancy Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d0f8"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-22"
---

# Consultancy Support

Buyer: LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d0f8

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Lancaster City Council, centred on awarding a contract for "Consultancy Support" focused on planning for key regeneration projects. This project falls under the services category, specifically urban planning services, and is situated in Lancaster, UK. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, categorised as below threshold without competition, and the contract has been awarded and is currently active. The contract, valued at £35,000, began on 1st June 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2028. Lancaster City Council, a sub-central government public authority, coordinated this process with Hive Land & Planning Limited as the supplier.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy and urban planning services. With a focus on regeneration projects, it presents an excellent growth opportunity for companies possessing expertise in these areas, particularly small and medium enterprises due to the scale involved. The contract's direct award method may appeal to businesses seeking streamlined opportunities without the need for extensive competitive bidding. Organisations like Hive Land & Planning Limited highlight how such procurement processes can enable niche businesses to expand their portfolio and engage in impactful local development.

## Notice

Consultancy Support around planning for a number of key regeneration projects

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069217-2026 |
| 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 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 1PJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HIVE LAND & PLANNING LMIITED |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71410000 - Urban planning services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2026 at 13:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069217-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069217-2026
  22nd July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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