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Request for Quotation for Planning Consultant for Pre-application and Application Stages Relating to a Major Development for Maidstone Borough Council (LPA)

Maidstone Borough Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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04 Jun 2026 at 15:38

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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27 Nov 2025 at 19:05

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by Maidstone Borough Council as the contracting authority, seeks a planning consultant for pre-application and application stages concerning a major development. This contract represents a limited competition procurement method, classified under architectural, engineering, and planning services. The tender, titled "Request for Quotation for Planning Consultant for Pre-application and Application Stages Relating to a Major Development for Maidstone Borough Council (LPA)," has been awarded to Hyas Associates Ltd. The contract period spans from 26th February 2026 to 30th June 2027, with the formal signing occurring on 25th February 2026. This process, completed and in the 'Award' stage, was held below the threshold with a gross contract value of £61,320.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the architectural and urban planning services industry to provide comprehensive consultancy services. It particularly suits small to medium-sized enterprises that specialise in technical and urban planning services, as demonstrated by the successful bid from Hyas Associates Ltd. Engaging in such contracts can significantly enhance business growth by expanding professional portfolios and establishing partnerships with local government entities. Hyas Associates Ltd, an SME based in Taunton, demonstrated the capability to fulfil such roles, indicating that similar businesses could benefit from future opportunities in public sector contracts by showcasing their expertise in handling major projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Quotation for Planning Consultant for Pre-application and Application Stages Relating to a Major Development for Maidstone Borough Council (LPA)

Notice Description

Maidstone Borough Council as Local Planning Authority (LPA) is looking to appoint a suitably experienced and qualified planning consultant to act as the case officer for both the pre-application and application stages for a major planning application.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eaa5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052949-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services

71356400 - Technical planning services

71410000 - Urban planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,320 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£61,320 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
26 Feb 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Maidstone Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6JQ
Postcode Area
Rochester
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
High Street
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Hyas Associates Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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