Scope
Reference
ASS00000059
Description
North London Waste Authority (NLWA) owns a diverse portfolio of land, properties and facilities across north London. For a number of these sites, NLWA requires assistance in developing and implementing planning applications as well as expert advisory services for the purchase and sale of assets. Securing the necessary planning or regulatory permissions is crucial for optimising the use and value of these assets.
The successful supplier will be expected to deliver end-to-end support for planning application management, including the preparation, submission and continual refinement of planning and regulatory proposals. This process must be underpinned by a robust understanding of local planning policies, regulatory frameworks and sustainability requirements. Proposals should detail how an integrated, interdisciplinary approach-drawing on
expertise in architecture, engineering, urban planning and sustainability-will be used to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and secure favourable outcomes.
In addition, the supplier will provide strategic advisory services for property transactions, ensuring that decisions related to the purchase, sale, or repurposing of land, property and facilities are informed by comprehensive market analysis and digital, data- driven insights. The approach should offer a forward-thinking, holistic framework that not only addresses immediate regulatory challenges, but also enhances long-term asset value and operational efficiency.
For more information about the procurement and the specialist skills required, please refer to the associated tender documents. In particular, prospective bidders must ensure that they have read and fully understood the "Specialist Skills Required" in Schedule 2 of the Invitation to Tender before submitting a proposal. This specifies the mandatory competencies, sectoral expertise and methodological proficiencies against which all bids will be assessed.
Failure to address each criterion set out in this section in its entirety will render a submission non-compliant and ineligible for further consideration. Bidders are strongly advised to familiarise themselves thoroughly with these requirements and to structure their responses so as to demonstrate clear alignment with every aspect of the Authority's evaluation framework.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,000,000 excluding VAT
- £1,200,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 November 2025 to 5 November 2030
- Possible extension to 5 November 2035
- 10 years
Description of possible extension:
NLWA may give notice at any time before the expiry of the contract to extend the contract period upon the same terms for a further period of up to five (5) years on one (1) separate occasion.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 70310000 - Building rental or sale services
- 70320000 - Land rental or sale services
- 71410000 - Urban planning services
Contract locations
- UKI43 - Haringey and Islington
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
19 September 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
3 October 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
The completed and signed Tender should be submitted on or before the Tender deadline via the following portal, In-Tend (www.in-tendhost.co.uk/nlwa/).
Variant bids are not permitted and, if submitted, NLWA reserves the right to reject any such bid.
For more information about submitting the Tender, please refer to the associated tender documents including but not limited to the Invitation to Tender.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
24 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Price | 40% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Technical specifications to be met
https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/nlwa/
All associated tender documents can be accessed via the above portal, In-Tend. This includes, without limitation, the Invitation to Tender and Schedules (including the form of contract) and the Memorandum of Information.
Contracting authority
North London Waste Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLWY-6753-VWMZ
Unit 1b Berol House
Tottenham Hale
N17 9LJ
United Kingdom
Email: general.procurement@nlwa.gov.uk
Website: https://www.nlwa.gov.uk
Region: UKI43 - Haringey and Islington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government