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title: "MBC - Invitation to Tender For Earl Street Public Realm Improvement Scheme (Project Team)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06062b"
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# MBC - Invitation to Tender For Earl Street Public Realm Improvement Scheme (Project Team)

Buyer: MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06062b

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## Summary

Maidstone Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the Earl Street Public Realm Improvement Scheme, aimed at enhancing the public spaces in Maidstone, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, which invited bids for various services under four distinct lots. The tender involved appointing a project team via a competitive process to oversee both design and construction phases, with the tender initially made active in January 2026. Key suppliers, including Academy Consulting, Project Centre Limited, and Tetra Tech Limited, have been awarded contracts to supply services in various areas such as construction project management and consultancy. Contracts are scheduled to commence on the 1st of May 2026, with completion expected by the 1st of May 2028.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction project management, counselling services, civil engineering, and related fields. Organisations that are adept in providing comprehensive design, project management, and consultancy services in public realm improvement can leverage their expertise to build credibility and expand their market presence. SMEs have competitive potential in Lots, particularly where small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) bids were successful in earlier stages. The focus on sustainable, inclusive public projects can also benefit businesses that prioritise quality, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development, providing lasting community enhancements while cultivating strategic partnerships and meeting regional development goals.

## Notice

Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is looking to deliver a public realm improvement scheme in Earl Street, Maidstone and is seeking to appoint a project team to work with the client officers to oversee both the design and construction phases.

### Lot Information

Employer's Agent including Quantity Surveyor and Principal Designer services

To act on behalf of the client to manage and coordinate the design, procurement and construction processes for the whole project. Their responsibilities include coordinating between the client, design team, and other stakeholders to ensure the design aligns with the client's brief, budget, and programme, preparing tender documentation, coordinating the tendering and evaluation process, advising on contractor selection, and ensuring compliance with relevant procurement regulations. Post-award, they will administer the contract, monitor progress, and ensure that the project is delivered in accordance with agreed terms, budget, and timeline. Managing the financial aspects of the scheme. Responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, advising on budget constraints, developing bills of quantities, and supporting tender evaluations. Throughout the project, the QS monitors expenditure, manages variations, and ensures value for money, helping to keep the scheme within budget while maintaining quality and compliance with procurement regulations. The Principal Designer, appointed under the CDM Regulations 2015 to plan, manage, and coordinate health and safety during the pre-construction phase of the public realm improvement scheme. Ensure that risks are identified and mitigated early in the design process, facilitate collaboration between designers and contractors, and maintain the project's health and safety file. Their role is critical in ensuring that the design is safe to build, use, maintain, and eventually demolish.

Urban Designer (Architect) including Stakeholder Engagement

To lead on the spatial and aesthetic vision for the scheme, ensuring that the design enhances the character, functionality, and accessibility of the area. They will integrate landscape, architecture, and infrastructure elements to create cohesive, inclusive, and sustainable public spaces. Includes concept development, and coordination with other design professionals to ensure the scheme reflects community needs and strategic objectives. Lead on developing and delivering a comprehensive engagement strategy to ensure meaningful involvement of key stakeholders, including local businesses, residents, councillors, and the highways authority. Their role includes facilitating consultation events, managing communications, gathering feedback, and ensuring stakeholder views are reflected in the design and delivery of the scheme. They will help build consensus, manage expectations, and support transparent decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Transport Planner

To assess and advise on the movement of people and vehicles within and around the public realm improvement area. This includes analysing traffic flows, pedestrian and cycling accessibility, public transport integration, and parking strategies to ensure the scheme supports sustainable and efficient transport outcomes, in consultation with the Highways Authority. They will work closely with the design team to embed transport considerations into the layout, ensuring compliance with local and national transport policies and enhancing connectivity and safety.

Civil Engineer

To be responsible for delivering technical expertise and oversight throughout the design and implementation of the scheme. This will include undertaking site assessments and feasibility studies, developing detailed engineering designs for highways, footways, drainage systems, and associated infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with all relevant standards and regulations, including SuDS and highways adoption requirements. The role will also involve close coordination with urban designer, planners, utility providers, and local authorities to ensure integrated and practical design solutions. During construction, the civil engineer will provide technical support, carry out site inspections, and assist in resolving engineering issues as they arise. They will also contribute to cost and risk management through value engineering and the identification of potential risks and mitigation strategies.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031130-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 1 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £240,166 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 | 3 |
| Supplier names | ACADEMY CONSULTING; PROJECT CENTRE; TETRA TECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 34923000 - Road traffic-control equipment
- 34926000 - Car park control equipment
- 34990000 - Control, safety, signalling and light equipment
- 34996000 - Control, safety or signalling equipment for roads
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45211360 - Urban development construction work
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services
- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services
- 71541000 - Construction project management services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 75112100 - Administrative development project services

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 15:38 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031130-2026
- 14 Jan 2026 at 19:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003292-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031130-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003292-2026
  14th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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