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26 Jun 2026 at 09:11

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hillingdon is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for a project titled "Technical Review of the emerging Heathrow Airport Development Consent Order Proposal." This project seeks specialised consultants to conduct a detailed technical review of the Development Consent Order (DCO) proposal for Heathrow Airport. The goal is to provide an independent assessment of the applicant’s evidence across various environmental and socio-economic topics. This tender, which falls under the services category and includes classifications such as environmental engineering consultancy services and technical consultancy services, welcomes submissions until 21st July 2026, with an enquiry period closing on 16th July 2026. Located in the region of UKI74, United Kingdom, the procurement method is open, encouraging participation from a wide range of qualified entities.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental engineering, building consultancy, and technical analysis. Companies experienced in scrutinising and assessing environmental and socio-economic impacts stand to benefit significantly from participating in this tender. With a gross value of £360,000 for the contract spanning from 28th September 2026 to 30th November 2026, the project calls for expertise in not only consultancy but also negotiation and compliance with relevant legislative guidelines. The London Borough of Hillingdon emphasises quality and innovation, offering a platform for businesses to showcase their capability in delivering impactful and independent reviews, thereby positioning themselves for future similar opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Technical Review of the emerging Heathrow Airport Development Consent Order Proposal

Notice Description

We are seeking specialist consultants to undertake a rigorous technical review of the Heathrow Airport Development Consent Order (DCO) proposal. The review must independently assess the applicant's evidence, assumptions, methodologies, and conclusions across a range of environmental and socio-economic topics. Consultants are expected to challenge, scrutinise, and interrogate Heathrow Airport Ltd's (HAL) submissions, raise objections were justified, and help us secure favourable outcomes where required. The aim is to ensure that all potential impacts are properly understood, transparently presented, and robustly addressed in line with relevant legislation, guidance, and policy

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bdbc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060149-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

71315200 - Building consultancy services

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Sep 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
UXBRIDGE
Postcode
UB8 1UW
Post Town
Southall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon

Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
Uxbridge
Westminster Constituency
Uxbridge and South Ruislip

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