Leeds City Council - Economic Viability Study (EVS) Leeds Local Plan
Description: Leeds Local Plan (LLP) is a statutory development framework for the Leeds Metropolitan District, drawn up by the local planning authority. The LLP will set out what new development is planned to take Leeds City Council would like to commence a procurement process for an Economic Viability Study (EVS) to support its Local Plan. As the Plan progresses there is a need to undertake strategic viability testing as part of an EVS, in line with national planning guidance and requirements. The aim of the work is to produce a robust, up-to-date whole Plan Viability Assessment that meets the requirements of national policy and guidance. As the detail of planning policies emerges any policies which have a cost and therefore an impact on viability must be tested to inform (read more...)
Summary: Leeds City Council has initiated a procurement process for an Economic Viability Study (EVS) related to the Leeds Local Plan. This tender focuses on services within the development of both residential and non-residential real estate, under the legal framework of the UKPGA 2023/54. The contract, valued at £40,000, invites qualified organisations with expertise in strategic viability testing to contribute to shaping the development framework for the Leeds Metropolitan District. This open procurement, classified as 'below threshold - open competition', is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 17:00 on 6th July 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 27th July 2026 to 11th July 2027, with the work to be conducted in Leeds, UK, emphasising the regional impact of the project.