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03 Jun 2026 at 14:28

Summary of the contracting process

A recent public procurement process has been completed by Durham Constabulary for an IT Strategic Review within Durham, focusing on business and management consultancy services. This procurement, classified under the CPV code 79410000, is located in the North East, United Kingdom, specifically in Durham. The tender proceeded through a selective procurement method by call-off from a framework agreement and has concluded its award stage. Key dates include the contract period starting on 25th May 2026 and ending on 31st July 2026, with the tender's value amounting to £34,750. The procurement was suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and the awarded contract was announced on 3rd June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for businesses specialising in IT consultancy and digital transformation services, notably those that can provide strategic alignment and evidence-based reviews. SMEs with expertise in business and management consultancy services, particularly those that understand the national policing direction, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future opportunities with Durham Constabulary or other public services seeking similar expertise. This tender exemplifies a strategic approach for businesses to engage in public sector contracts through established framework agreements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

IT Strategic Review (DDat) within Durham

Notice Description

This contract will provide the Police Force with a clear, evidence-based snapshot of its current IT and digital position, immediate risks and opportunities, and practical alignment to national policing direction.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0da22df4-45eb-4b80-989f-98da1f61fc9a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/732791c9-9958-41a0-a6ff-384039304e13
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£34,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
24 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5TT
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EXCEPTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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