RPS (formerly CgMs) , Heritage Impact Assessment Cost and Turnaround 2026
RPS (formerly CgMs). Multi-discipline heritage plus archaeology plus EIA chapter. Tetra Tech ownership since 2023. Fee: Quote-only (no published rate). Turnaround: Typical turnaround 4 to 8 weeks.
What they specialise in
Multi-discipline heritage plus archaeology plus EIA chapter. Tetra Tech ownership since 2023. Pricing model is bespoke per project. Verify on a per-case basis: heritage consultancies routinely flex fee in either direction based on scope, asset grade and the LPA's expressed expectations.
Where this vendor would typically sit on the four-band fee map
Market-band guidance, not a vendor-published rate. Sits in the HIA+DBA band of the home-page four-band fee map; market observation places typical bundled HIA + DBA instructions at £3,000 to £8,500. Not a vendor-published rate. See the methodology note for how the four bands are derived.
Verifying credentials before instructing
- Check the named author's RIBA, IHBC, CIfA or RICS-BCA accreditation directly on the relevant register.
- Request a recent case study where the LPA published its officer report , gives you third-party calibration.
- Confirm fee is ex VAT, and whether reasonable travel and out-of-pocket are included.
- Confirm the deliverable: PDF report, with or without sample wording for the Design and Access Statement integration.
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