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Review of DBT Corporate Services Operating Model

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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06 Nov 2025 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Review of DBT Corporate Services Operating Model" has concluded, with Moorhouse Consulting Ltd being awarded the contract. Organised by the Department for Business and Trade, this procurement falls under the industry category of business services, which includes law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. The contract, valued at £50,000, runs from 5th November 2025 to 31st December 2025, with the primary location being London, UK. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender sought to engage with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in its process.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for companies involved in business services, particularly those specialising in consulting and operational reviews, to expand their portfolios within the public sector. SMEs, especially in the London area, are well-suited to benefit from such contracts by providing agile and innovative solutions. Participating in similar tenders can enhance the visibility of businesses within government projects and foster long-term collaborations with departments like the Department for Business and Trade.

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Notice Title

Review of DBT Corporate Services Operating Model

Notice Description

This contract has been awarded and is being published for transparency purposes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-379d3d55-5bbd-4045-b29e-fc69cabc280a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d6ceaf6-fe6c-4223-8916-fcb1541f5347
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
5 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOORHOUSE CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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