Blackdown Hills National Landscape Green Finance Accelerator - Floodplain reconnection outline designs, Weir Modifications and high risk water quality outfalls

Managed by Devon County Council, the Blackdown Hills National Landscape Green Finance Accelerator is a services contract focused on floodplain reconnection, weir modifications, and water quality improvements. The project is divided into three distinct lots with a total estimated value of 490,000 GBP excluding VAT. Lot 1 involves detailed design work for the Marles and Weston weirs on the River Wolf, valued at 270,000 GBP. Lot 2 focuses on flood resilience at the Hele Railway Crossing across the Smithincott Extension, Spratcot Site, and Sheldon Catchment, involving flood risk assessments and detailed design for an estimated 120,000 GBP. Lot 3 is a capital development project valued at 100,000 GBP to deliver two water quality strands in the South West of England, excluding Gloucestershire and Bath/Bristol. The contract follows an open procedure with an award evaluation weighted heavily toward quality at 80 percent and price at 20 percent. The estimated period of performance runs from January 4, 2027, to March 31, 2027. Bidders may apply for one, two, or all lots via the designated submission portal by the deadline of November 30, 2026. All submissions must be in English, and the procurement process encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises.