Consultancy Services for an Independent Mixed-Use Viability, Market Demand and Development Options Review - Fleetwood Farm, Banks
West Lancashire Borough Council, a local government authority, is seeking an independent consultant team to review the development potential of Fleetwood Farm in Banks. The commission covers an evidence-led assessment of mixed-use development options, including market demand, development viability, planning considerations, regeneration objectives, public value, land control, deliverability and financial risk. The resulting advice must support future Council decisions by objectively considering alternative funding routes, including General Fund and Housing Revenue Account implications, and by providing professionally independent, evidence-based conclusions. Delivery is expected at Fleetwood Farm, Banks, within the UKD47 region of the United Kingdom. The tender records an estimated value of £1 and does not state a contract duration or delivery timeframe. The critical qualification is the ability to provide genuinely independent, professional and evidence-based consultancy advice on viability, market demand and development options; no specific certification is identified in the available details.
Buyer: West Lancashire Borough Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 16 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: Not stated by the buyer
- Bids close: 6 Nov 2026
- Location: Chorley and West Lancashire
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 7 Dec 2026 to 1 Mar 2027
- Category: Business and management consultancy services (79410000)
From the official notice
West Lancashire Borough Council is seeking to appoint an independent consultant team to undertake an evidence-led review of the development potential of Fleetwood Farm, Banks. The purpose of the commission is to provide objective, professionally independent and evidence-based advice to inform future Council decision-making, having regard to funding (GRA vs HRA), planning considerations, market demand, regeneration objectives, viability, public value, land control, deliverability and financial risk.
View the official notice
Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 6 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The buyer has not published a value.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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