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title: "Dover Discovery Centre - Gleeds - Cost Consultant"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-08-28"
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# Dover Discovery Centre - Gleeds - Cost Consultant

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1ce9a662-5cf6-48b2-9513-c39ca12c576c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Dover Discovery Centre - Gleeds - Cost Consultant" was overseen by Kent County Council, the contracting authority based in Maidstone, England. This contract, valued at £79,155, falls under the construction consultancy services category and was specifically for post-contract cost management services. The procurement adhered to a direct method via a single tender action, classified as below threshold. It commenced with a tender period that ended on 1st February 2024, with the contract starting on 2nd February 2024 and running through to 30th December 2024. The award was activated on 9th February 2024. The project is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, and the procurement stage is complete, with the award notice published on 28th August 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses in the construction consultancy industry. With a focus on cost management post-contract, this contract is well-suited for construction consultancy firms with a strong portfolio in managing large-scale projects. Given the direct procurement method, small and medium enterprises also had the opportunity to partake, opening doors for those aiming to strengthen their expertise or reputation in public sector collaborations. The fact that Gleeds Cost Management Limited, a large-scale supplier, secured the contract illustrates the potential competitiveness and prestige associated with this opportunity.

## Notice

Dover Discovery Centre - Cost Consultant - Post Contract Cost Management Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18ec80a2-935a-4dad-bfd6-46f61961fc02 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2024 - 30 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £79,155 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £79,155 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 1XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Penenden Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLEEDS COST MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Aug 2025 at 07:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18ec80a2-935a-4dad-bfd6-46f61961fc02

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18ec80a2-935a-4dad-bfd6-46f61961fc02
  28th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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