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DSA - Business Case Review

CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2026 at 13:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Doncaster Council has awarded a contract for the "DSA - Business Case Review" concerning Doncaster Sheffield Airport. This procurement falls under the industry category of business services, specifically involving law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. The contract was directly awarded to ICF SH&E LIMITED due to the need for their specialised knowledge and to ensure timely and consistent delivery, avoiding delays. The procurement process was completed in the Award stage, beginning on 26 March 2026 and ending on 31 July 2026, with the contract signed on 16 March 2026. This direct method of procurement was chosen below the competitive threshold, emphasising adherence to relevant regulations while ensuring value for money. The project is based in Doncaster, within the South Yorkshire region.

This tender represents significant opportunities for companies with expertise in aviation-related consulting services, particularly those familiar with the strategic and financial intricacies of airport operations. Businesses able to offer advanced analytical services to public authorities like the City of Doncaster Council could leverage their capabilities for growth. Furthermore, firms that specialise in strategic consulting, possessing an understanding of complex market environments like South Yorkshire, would be well-placed to compete in similar future direct award contracts. Such expertise can facilitate informed decision-making and provide competitive advantages in the public procurement arena.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DSA - Business Case Review

Notice Description

A direct award is proposed for the Business Case Review for Doncaster Sheffield Airport due to the need for continuity, specialist expertise, and timely delivery. The selected provider has unique and demonstrable knowledge of the airport, its operating history, and the wider South Yorkshire aviation and investment context, which would be difficult to replicate through a competitive process without significant delay and cost. A direct award minimises mobilisation risks, ensures consistency with previous analysis and assumptions, and enables rapid progression to support critical strategic and financial decision-making, while still representing value for money and compliance with relevant procurement regulations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032425-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 3BU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICF SH&E

Further Information

Notice Documents

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