Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cd9-00a7-70c5-a32f-a140a182939f/epp0072-consultant-planning-consultant awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # EPP0072 - Consultant - Planning Consultant [Essex County Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/essex-county-council) Estimated value £50,000 to £75,000 Published 17 Jan 2024 Deadline Closed 19 Feb 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - 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 Essex County County are Procuring on behalf of Tendring District Council.\\r \\r The District wishes to appoint a Planning Consultant to fulfil all services required over RIBA stages 1 to 6.\\r \\r This tender seeks a Planning Consultant to oversee services from RIBA stages 1-6 and handle conditions discharge for Tendring DC. The appointed consultant is expected to comply with general conditions, undertake Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), and not utilise Building Information Modelling (BIM). Qualifications, professional membership, and stage-wise deliverables are specified, with a focus on collaboration, site assessment, and planning process leadership. The consultant will contribute to the assessment of development sites, advise on environmental impact, assist in masterplan development, and manage planning applications. The tender outlines a detailed Design and Planning Programme, emphasising collaboration with a Communications Consultant for public engagement. Stages such as Gateway 1 and 2 involve initial brief finalisation, concept design, and planning application submission. The consultant's responsibilities extend to post-planning approval activities, including discharging planning conditions. Intellectual Property and Insurance requirements are also specified in the tender.\\r \\r Further details relating to this tender can be found within the tender documentation.\\r \\r Tendring's objectives for the development of designated sites include transforming them into a new residential-led scheme, delivering high-quality, mixed-tenure homes with a focus on tenure-blind inclusivity. Additionally, the plan aims to establish a community facility and flexible commercial spaces supporting local economic growth. The development will prioritize a rational site layout, enhancing public realms, and integrating seamlessly into surrounding communities. Environmental considerations involve improving natural landscapes, biodiversity, and implementing sustainable urban drainage systems. The project aims to generate local employment and training opportunities, adhere to Housing Design Standards, ensure good daylight levels, minimize long-term maintenance costs, and promote low-carbon living. The overarching goal is to create a sustainable design that contributes to Tendring's low-carbon aspirations. Additional information: All tender documents are on Proactis. It is free to register at [procontract.due-north.com](https://procontract.due-north.com/SupplierRegistration/Register) The link to the Proactis advert: [procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index](https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=08542d5c-51b5-ee11-8127-005056b64545) We are only able to accept bids through Proactis. Please submit all clarifications via Proactis messaging function. Read full description ## CPV classification Construction work Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/24c9a1f4-32cb-4a58-a072-5baae5a4a6e3) 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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