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08 Jun 2026 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, known as the "Role Review Programme," was initiated by Sheffield City Council to continue essential work pertaining to a robust job evaluation process. This process aims to mitigate future risks and provide legal support for existing and potential claims. The tender, classified under the business and management consultancy services category, follows a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure. With a contract value of £163,350, this service is deemed suitable for small and medium enterprises. The contracting phase is complete, having moved to the award stage, with the contract awarded to Grant Thornton UK Advisory & Tax LLP. Services are expected to be delivered from 8th June 2026 to 3rd July 2026, and the Council is located in Sheffield, with service coverage across the UK, Europe, and other territories.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in management consultancy services, legal advisory, and risk mitigation. Small and medium-sized enterprises with expertise in these domains are encouraged to consider such tenders to expand their portfolios. Firms like Grant Thornton UK Advisory & Tax LLP, who have strong capabilities in these areas, stand to gain from undertaking such contracts, enhancing their service credentials and broadening their client base in both domestic and international markets. The structured nature of a selective procurement method ensures that the competition is fair and encourages businesses to showcase their unique skills and experience.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Role Review Programme

Notice Description

Interim provision to continue essential work. The Council is to engaging with a 3rd party to help deliver a successful and robust job evaluation process which will mitigate substantially any future risk. They will also work with us to provide legal support to defend current claims and any claims which arise during the implementation of this. The decision was taken on 03 June 2026 to award this contract by the Officers with the delegated authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-182cec4f-7d13-4f0e-9a4a-8312f3b86b1a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/153358f3-7250-4008-97eb-2684b3666445
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£163,350 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£163,350 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2026 - 3 Jul 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANT THORNTON UK ADVISORY & TAX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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