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FHDC Economic Strategy 2026-29

THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE

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10 Feb 2026 at 16:43

Summary of the contracting process

The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe awarded a contract under the title "FHDC Economic Strategy 2026-29", involving a consultancy agreement to conduct an economic appraisal of the district and develop a strategic action plan. The procurement falls under the industry category of market and economic research, specifically targeting services, and is located in Folkestone, United Kingdom. The process was completed with a limited procurement method due to being below the threshold, resulting in a contract awarded on 5th November 2025 and signed to be completed by 5th March 2026. The awarded supplier, NATHANIEL LICHFIELD & PARTNERS LIMITED, is a large enterprise based in London.

This tender presents growth opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in economic and market analysis, offering prospects for those capable of delivering comprehensive research and strategic planning. Given the nature of the project, businesses experienced in collaborating with public authorities to shape regional economic policies would be well-suited to compete. Service providers with a proven track record in executing district-wide projects and an understanding of regional economic dynamics will find this contract aligns well with their expertise, potentially leading to further public sector engagements.

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Notice Title

FHDC Economic Strategy 2026-29

Notice Description

A consultancy agreement to undertake a comprehensive economic appraisal of the Folkestone & Hythe District and produce a place-based action plan and district wide economic strategy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064d2c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012119-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£17,017 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
5 Nov 2025 - 5 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE
Contact Name
Ms Mhairi Richards
Contact Email
procurement@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441303853401

Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
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
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATHANIEL LICHFIELD & PARTNERS

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