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10 Jul 2026 at 07:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority - Interim Transport Strategy Lead" was completed under the authority of Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council. The contract, awarded through a direct method to Tile Hill Interim and Executive Ltd, falls under the industry category of human resources management consultancy services, with a focus on services. The process has advanced to the award stage as of 2nd July 2026, and the contract period is set from 9th July 2026 to 31st March 2027. This initiative targets the region of England, UK, with a contract value of GBP 61,360.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in human resources management consultancy services, particularly those experienced in public sector projects. The direct award method implies a need for specific expertise and quick turnarounds, making it ideal for agile and proficient service providers. Companies that can deliver tailored strategic consultancy in transport within a regional authority context will find this project highly suitable for expanding their portfolio and establishing a foothold within the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority - Interim Transport Strategy Lead

Notice Description

Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority - Interim Transport Strategy Lead

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3a9a6362-08ec-4713-bf31-a79dc9cd2dcd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f49c3f30-6ecd-4cd7-aa4b-434262f9f278
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£61,360 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,360 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TILE HILL INTERIM AND EXECUTIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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