Scope
Reference
2702-TEN-O
Description
East Suffolk is creating a district wide design code. The code will be adopted as a supplementary plan and will align with our ongoing Local Plan review.
Stage 1 is about establishing the foundations, understanding our places, our existing guidance, our existing systems and expectations, and the lived experience of communities. This stage will set the direction for the whole Design code project.
ESC are looking for a team to help us shape this first stage. A team that brings creativity, analytical clarity and a collaborative mindset. one that can engage critically with what already exists, work closely with officers and stakeholders and explore imaginative ways of involving communities.
Total value (estimated)
- £55,000 excluding VAT
- £66,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 17 November 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 30 October 2026
- 11 months, 14 days
Description of possible extension:
2 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
- 71410000 - Urban planning services
- 90712000 - Environmental planning
Contract locations
- UKH1 - East Anglia
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 October 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
31 October 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
10% Price
90% Quality
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/eastsuffolk/aspx/Home
Full tender documents and instructions on how to bid can be found on our eProcurement portal Intend
Contracting authority
East Suffolk Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLPP-1174-BHLX
East Suffolk House, Station Road, Melton
Woodbridge
IP12 1RT
United Kingdom
Contact name: Deanne Davidson
Email: procurement@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Website: http://www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Region: UKH14 - Suffolk
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government