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Dartford Town Centre Mixed Use Development 2026 - Consultancy Services

DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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27 Jan 2026 at 12:13

Summary of the contracting process

Dartford Borough Council has completed an award phase for the consultancy services related to the "Dartford Town Centre Mixed Use Development 2026". This public procurement involves building consultancy services with a main industry classification under CPV code 71315200. The council aims to enhance the urban design and vitality of Dartford town centre through this mixed-use project. The procurement employed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 20th January 2026, with a projected completion date of 31st May 2026. This project is set in the South East region of the United Kingdom, with a total contract value of £1,657,936.70 awarded to Academy Consulting Solutions Limited.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with experience in urban design and development. Companies like Academy Consulting Solutions Limited, which was selected for the contract, exemplify the type of business capable of thriving in this industry sector. Such engagements allow businesses to strengthen their portfolios, expand into public sector projects, and contribute to significant urban development initiatives. While this particular project was not set for SME or VCSE involvement, businesses with robust consultancy profiles and experience in navigating framework agreements may find similar future opportunities lucrative for growth and development.

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Notice Title

Dartford Town Centre Mixed Use Development 2026 - Consultancy Services

Notice Description

The main purpose of the project is to provide a high-quality mixed use project in urban design that contributes to the strength and vitality of the town centre. The Council requires consultants to progress the project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-86fddb5a-ff5f-4a79-921b-18b46a298498
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4522a3e-a8ce-4661-b73c-3c2f3cda5525
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315200 - Building consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,657,936 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
DARTFORD
Postcode
DA1 1DR
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Dartford
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Dartford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACADEMY CONSULTING SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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