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Cycling Consultancy Rural

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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18 May 2026 at 19:08

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Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the "Cycling Consultancy Rural" project, involving transport systems consultancy services within the services category. The project is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering phase concluded on 3 February 2026, and the contract period extends from 24 March 2026 to 30 September 2026. The total contract value amounts to £44,500, and the award was granted on 18 May 2026. Aecom Ltd has been selected as the supplier for this contract.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those with experience in transport consultancy services, to demonstrate their expertise in improving rural cycling infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this tender well-suited due to the project's scope and budget. By participating in such projects, businesses can enhance their portfolio and solidify their reputation within the public procurement sector, leading to further opportunities with local government entities like Ashford Borough Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cycling Consultancy Rural

Notice Description

Call-off contract awarded via a framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2b5c391a-0e0f-4aac-9cee-c13af58b0ebb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b726d46a-d5b9-4ec5-9437-cb1d89ee87c4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1HU
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AECOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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