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title: "Request for Quotation for Planning Consultant for Pre-application and Application Stages Relating to a Major Development for Maidstone Borough Council (LPA)"
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# Request for Quotation for Planning Consultant for Pre-application and Application Stages Relating to a Major Development for Maidstone Borough Council (LPA)

Buyer: MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05eaa5

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by Maidstone Borough Council as the contracting authority, seeks a planning consultant for pre-application and application stages concerning a major development. This contract represents a limited competition procurement method, classified under architectural, engineering, and planning services. The tender, titled "Request for Quotation for Planning Consultant for Pre-application and Application Stages Relating to a Major Development for Maidstone Borough Council (LPA)," has been awarded to Hyas Associates Ltd. The contract period spans from 26th February 2026 to 30th June 2027, with the formal signing occurring on 25th February 2026. This process, completed and in the 'Award' stage, was held below the threshold with a gross contract value of £61,320.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the architectural and urban planning services industry to provide comprehensive consultancy services. It particularly suits small to medium-sized enterprises that specialise in technical and urban planning services, as demonstrated by the successful bid from Hyas Associates Ltd. Engaging in such contracts can significantly enhance business growth by expanding professional portfolios and establishing partnerships with local government entities. Hyas Associates Ltd, an SME based in Taunton, demonstrated the capability to fulfil such roles, indicating that similar businesses could benefit from future opportunities in public sector contracts by showcasing their expertise in handling major projects.

## Notice

Maidstone Borough Council as Local Planning Authority (LPA) is looking to appoint a suitably experienced and qualified planning consultant to act as the case officer for both the pre-application and application stages for a major planning application.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052949-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,320 |
| Contracts value | £61,320 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME15 6JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | High Street |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HYAS ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services
- 71356400 - Technical planning services
- 71410000 - Urban planning services

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2026 at 14:38 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052949-2026
- 27 Nov 2025 at 19:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077892-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052949-2026
  4th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077892-2025
  27th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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