Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ca6-349f-73da-b9c3-0e4a086eac72/allotments-consultation-and-strategy-consultancy closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Allotments Consultation and Strategy Consultancy [Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/sandwell-metropolitan-borough-council) Estimated value £5,000 to £10,000 Published 27 Sept 2022 Deadline Closed 14 Oct 2022 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender ### Overview Sandwell Council, Borough Economy, are seeking a consultant or consultancy to complete a review of our allotments provision, agreements, fees and charges, and develop an allotments strategy. ### Term of Contract The term of the contract is from 17th October - Jan 10th 2022. Only those able to complete within these timescales will be awarded the contract. The successful bidder will have a contract to: - Conduct a site visit to each of 40 allotment sites. - Complete the following at each site: o List of all assets (furniture, bedding, features, signage, interpretation, facilities) including assessment of quality and repairs required. o Take pictures of the full site including assets, entrance and exits, outside views from the green space (of the area directly surrounding). o Note nearby community assets / residential areas / businesses / transport links. - Provide a basic assessment of: - Immediate issues to address: i.e. health and safety issues and quick fixes that will immediately provide impact for the community. - Improvements required to assets (either asset removal, replacement, repair, or additions) that will enhance quality and value, or address a quality / value concerns for the site. - Opportunities for the space to improve quality and value scores - Current usage of each site and plot. - Some sites will also require the following (estimation of 5 sample sites): - Discussion with local groups / stakeholders on views for the sites / allotments provision in Sandwell. - Complete the following review of our allotments strategy and policy, supporting Sandwell Council to be able to answer the following: - How do we compare to national benchmarks and local comparitors on allotment provision? - What is the demand, and based on current tenancies, what would be the current estimated waiting time be for an allotment plot. - Review our current management arrangements and develop options for self-managed / council managed allotments. - Review current contracts, fees and charges, terms and conditions, agreements, and draft proposed changes to these. ### Price Guide Bidders should submit their quotes as follows: - An estimation of time required for each improvement plan. Our current estimation based on samples is 2 - 3 hours per site as an average (note many sites are small). - Include a daily rate. - Break down the price by the outcomes above. Additional information: Apply by completing the tender document. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Read full description ## CPV classification Research and development services and related consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/e405b1b9-a5bc-4816-8888-9d679d2dd18e) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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