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NEC Feasibility Study

CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL

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03 Dec 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Canterbury City Council commissioning an NEC Feasibility Study along with additional housing support services within the Canterbury District. The contract, titled "NEC Feasibility Study," falls under the services industry category. The process has culminated in the award stage, with HQN Limited being announced as the supplier. The study is scheduled to commence on 9th December 2025 and will run until 8th December 2026, with potential extension up to 2027 based on performance. This direct procurement was conducted below the threshold without competition, focusing on the sub-central government classification.

This tender presents opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in feasibility studies and advisory services to partner with local government authorities. The contract, valued at £12,000 gross, can provide a significant business growth avenue for companies capable of providing detailed analysis and support services in urban planning and housing. Canterbury City Council, acting as the buyer, highlights the importance of durable performance for contract renewal, underscoring potential long-term collaboration for businesses able to meet stringent municipal demands.

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Notice Title

NEC Feasibility Study

Notice Description

For the provision of a NEC Feasibility Study and additional housing support services within Canterbury District To view this notice, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=998719939

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ee2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079463-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 8 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@canterbury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01227862000

Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT1 2UR
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HQN

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