AwardedAwarded 29 July 2026
Ashford Integrated Economic Development Needs Study (EDNS)
Ashford Borough Council · Local authority
In brief
Ashford Borough Council awarded consultancy work to Iceni Projects Limited on 29 July 2026.
The notice gives a value of £25,000 excluding VAT.
The contract runs for 4 months, starting 5 August 2026.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
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What the notice says
The purpose of this tender is to appoint a suitably qualified consultant team to prepare an integrated Economic Development Needs Study (EDNS) to support Ashford Borough Council’s emerging Local Plan to 2042. The EDNS will provide a robust, comprehensive and legally compliant evidence base across employment, retail and leisure (including town centre needs), and the rural economy, translating findings into policy-ready recommendations.
Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Iceni Projects Limited (SME) | £48,859 | 30 July 2026 to 30 November 2026 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 052603-2026
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 072355-2026
About the buyer
Ashford Borough CouncilLast 12 months
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From notice 052603-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 4 June 2026, last updated 30 July 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.