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Efficiency Review - Further Competition under RM6309 CCS MCF4 (Lot 3 Complex & Transformative)

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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29 Oct 2025 at 10:09

Summary of the contracting process

An efficiency review procurement process, titled "Efficiency Review - Further Competition under RM6309 CCS MCF4 (Lot 3 Complex & Transformative)", has been awarded by Leicestershire County Council. This process falls under the industry category of IT services and consultancy, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, internet and support services, among others. Located in England, the procurement opportunity was initiated as a tender and has reached the award stage. The contract for this procurement will start on 10th November 2025 and conclude on 9th May 2026, with a maximum value of £30,000,000. The process was conducted using an approach classified as "Other" in procurement method details.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in IT services, consulting, business management, and financial consultancy. SMEs are considered suitable for participation, giving smaller firms a chance to compete. Companies that excel in providing transformative IT solutions and comprehensive consultancy services can benefit from engaging in this contract. By being a part of this procurement, businesses can enhance their portfolio and expand their client base with a reputable public sector partner like Leicestershire County Council, which may lead to further engagement in public contracts.

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Notice Title

Efficiency Review - Further Competition under RM6309 CCS MCF4 (Lot 3 Complex & Transformative)

Notice Description

Efficiency Review to support the delivery of change initiatives across the County Council service areas, The contract will be for a maximum period of 60 months. The initial term of this contract is for the Review Phase which is expected to last 6 months. There are optional extensions should the Council wish to extend the contract for the successful bidder for Phase 2 (Implementation programme) of the contract. The Council may or may not extend the contract into the Implementation Phase. The initial term of the contract at the beginning of phase 2 will be 24 months will option to extend in annual increments thereafter. Where the implementation option is taken the contract for both phases shall not exceed 5 years. The contract value stated is a maximum possible value based on the maximum term of the contract including optional extension periods, which shall not exceed 60 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd84baa8-e370-4138-9f08-85138057ad62
Current Stage
Award
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

66 - Financial and insurance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

66121000 - Mergers and acquisition services

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79311410 - Economic impact assessment

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2025 - 9 May 2026 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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rajwinder Bhola
Contact Email
rajwinder.bhola@leics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1163057479

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
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
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NEWTON CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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