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title: "Dartford Town Centre Mixed Use Development 2026 - Consultancy Services"
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# Dartford Town Centre Mixed Use Development 2026 - Consultancy Services

Buyer: DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-86fddb5a-ff5f-4a79-921b-18b46a298498

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## Summary

Dartford Borough Council has completed an award phase for the consultancy services related to the "Dartford Town Centre Mixed Use Development 2026". This public procurement involves building consultancy services with a main industry classification under CPV code 71315200. The council aims to enhance the urban design and vitality of Dartford town centre through this mixed-use project. The procurement employed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 20th January 2026, with a projected completion date of 31st May 2026. This project is set in the South East region of the United Kingdom, with a total contract value of £1,657,936.70 awarded to Academy Consulting Solutions Limited.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with experience in urban design and development. Companies like Academy Consulting Solutions Limited, which was selected for the contract, exemplify the type of business capable of thriving in this industry sector. Such engagements allow businesses to strengthen their portfolios, expand into public sector projects, and contribute to significant urban development initiatives. While this particular project was not set for SME or VCSE involvement, businesses with robust consultancy profiles and experience in navigating framework agreements may find similar future opportunities lucrative for growth and development.

## Notice

The main purpose of the project is to provide a high-quality mixed use project in urban design that contributes to the strength and vitality of the town centre. The Council requires consultants to progress the project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4522a3e-a8ce-4661-b73c-3c2f3cda5525 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,657,936 |
| 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 | DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARTFORD |
| Post town | Dartford |
| Postcode | DA1 1DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway |
| Local authority | Dartford |
| Electoral ward | Town |
| Westminster constituency | Dartford |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACADEMY CONSULTING SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71315200 - Building consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 12:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4522a3e-a8ce-4661-b73c-3c2f3cda5525

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4522a3e-a8ce-4661-b73c-3c2f3cda5525
  27th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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