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TCR and Target Operating Model (TOM) Design

LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2026 at 13:13

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Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool City Council recently completed a procurement process for the design of a Target Operating Model (TOM) and Targeted Comprehensive Redesign (TCR) with a project value of £320,700. This procurement, classified under highways consultancy services, took place in the North West of the United Kingdom and was aimed at experienced consultants. The tender transitioned through the award stage on 5th March 2026 and the contract commenced on 24th March 2026, concluding on 21st September 2027. The procurement method is categorised as "Other," and it was specifically open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This contract presents a significant opportunity for consultancy businesses, particularly those with expertise in developing and implementing target operating models within the public sector. Firms experienced in highways consultancy services would be well aligned to benefit from this sector-specific demand. SMEs could find this particularly appealing, given the suitability requirements. With Liverpool City Council as the buying authority, businesses participating in this procurement could establish strategic partnerships and enhance their portfolio with a high-profile local government project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TCR and Target Operating Model (TOM) Design

Notice Description

Liverpool City Council is seeking an experienced consultant to support in the design of a target operating model.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0fa7fc31-a891-465e-829d-ebc5040a8a82
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cf68365-9121-42a1-8895-e6d2414f5410
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£320,700 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 21 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1DS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ATKINSREALIS

Further Information

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