BUILDING DESIGN PARTNERSHIP LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 02207415
- Registered Address
- 11 Ducie Street, Manchester, England, M1 2JB
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 1,303
- Turnover
- £135,820,000
- EBITDA
- £13,620,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://bdp.com/
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 22 December 1987
- Nature of Business
- 71111 - Architectural activities71112 - Urban planning and landscape architectural activities71129 - Other engineering activities74901 - Environmental consulting activities
- Industries
- Property,Infrastructure And Construction
- Region
- North West
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 25 Jul 2025 | 29 | 76% | 21% | 3% | 27% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 16 Jul 2024 | 28 | 85% | 11% | 4% | 18% |
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 18 Jan 2024 | 28 | 85% | 12% | 3% | 16% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 11 Aug 2023 | 35 | 65% | 27% | 8% | 41% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 16 Jan 2023 | 28 | 74% | 18% | 8% | 27% |
| 01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | 21 Jan 2022 | 25 | 79% | 15% | 6% | 28% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 13 Jul 2021 | 27 | 80% | 15% | 5% | 23% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 25 Jan 2021 | 31 | 74% | 18% | 8% | 29% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | 28 Jan 2019 | 36 | 66% | 23% | 11% | 45% |
Payment Time Trends
Payment Distribution Trends
Invoice Payment Practices
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
BDP's standard payment terms are 30 days. The standard payment terms for sub-consultants are 45 or 60 days and the standard payment terms for contract staff is 14 days.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
No additional information
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
Dispute Resolution Process
BDP's business systems are designed to pay suppliers by their due date. If there is a dispute relating to the non-payment of supplier invoices, it should be raised with accounts payable who will investigate and resolve the dispute as soon as possible. If the dispute relates to the non-authorisation of supplier invoices it should be raised with the relevant BDP project director or contact that requested the supply and again this will be resolved as soon as possible.
Other Payment Information
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Company Summary
Building Design Partnership Limited (BDP) is a leading international architecture, engineering, and design firm based in the UK. With over 50 years of experience, BDP has completed numerous high-profile projects in various sectors including education, healthcare, transportation, and urban design.
Sustainability is at the core of BDP's business model and they are committed to creating sustainable and environmentally responsible designs. BDP has a dedicated sustainability team that works closely with clients to ensure that their projects are built with the lowest possible environmental impact. They also prioritize the use of sustainable materials and energy-efficient technologies in their designs.
BDP offers a wide range of services including architecture, engineering, interior design, landscape architecture, and project management. They have a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals who are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable designs.
Some key people at BDP include the Chairman, David Cash, and the Group Chief Executive, John McManus. They lead a team of over 1,200 employees across 16 studios in the UK, Europe, and Asia.
BDP's website (www.bdp.com) provides detailed information about their projects, services, and sustainability initiatives. Their registered office address is in Manchester, UK, but they have offices across the UK and internationally.
In summary, Building Design Partnership Limited is a renowned architecture and design firm that prioritizes sustainability in all aspects of their business. They offer a range of services and have a team of experienced professionals dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable designs. Their website provides comprehensive information and their registered office is in Manchester, UK.
