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Board Effectiveness Review

GAMBLING COMMISSION

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27 Mar 2026 at 10:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The Gambling Commission has awarded a contract to RedQuadrant Limited for conducting an externally facilitated Board Effectiveness Review (BER). This review aims to assess the Commission's Board performance, identifying areas for improvement in its operations and decision-making processes. Categorised under Auditing Services (CPV: 79212000) and located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, the procurement process utilised a selective method through a framework agreement. The tender for this project concluded on 21 January 2026, with the contract active from 26 February to 31 May 2026. Findings from the BER will be presented at a Board meeting and included in the Commission's annual report.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in auditing services, particularly those experienced in Board performance assessments. As the procurement was via a call-off from a framework agreement, businesses already engaged within the framework have a competitive edge. The focus on identifying skill gaps within the Board suggests that firms with expertise in organisational development could thrive. Additionally, there is potential for future work, as the contract holds an option for extension in 2029, presenting long-term growth possibilities for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Board Effectiveness Review

Notice Description

The Gambling Commission requires an externally facilitated Board Effectiveness Review (BER), to enable us to meet the requirements of Cabinet Office guidance for arm's-length bodies. This external BER will review the 2025-26 business year and will identify key recommendations for the Commission's Board effectiveness. We require the supplier to assess the purpose, culture, values and behaviours of the Board, as well as its' decision-making, structures and relationships. We also expect the BER to identify any skills gaps that may exist within the Board's membership. The output will be a BER report and action plan that will enable the Commission's Board to maximise its' effectiveness. This will be presented by the Supplier at a Board meeting. Findings from the BER are provided to the Board and DCMS, are reported in the Commission's annual report and accounts. As part of the resultant contract awarded, we wish to reserve the option, at the sole discretion of the Commission, to extend the contract and undertake a further BER in 2029. Please note, this is an option that the Commission wishes to reserve and does not constitute a guarantee that we will pursue this option.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f78bffe-9e79-44b4-89ef-0a463308499d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

79212000 - Auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£34,657 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,657 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
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
GAMBLING COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B2 4BP
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REDQUADRANT

Further Information

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