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People Function of Future

CABINET OFFICE

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22 Apr 2026 at 08:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has conducted a procurement process titled "People Function of Future," aiming to procure consultancy services in reviewing and establishing strategic shifts for a future operating model. This falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services, with services to be delivered in London, England. The procurement used a direct award method, signifying a contract valued at £100,000. Key dates include the tender period ending on 3rd April 2026, with the contract set to commence on 20th April 2026 and conclude on 5th June 2026, under the award stage of the procurement lifecycle.

This tender offers abundant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adept in strategic consultancy within the public sector. Companies specializing in consultancy and research services have the chance to engage in high-value government contracts, providing insightful analyses and future-proof strategies. The awarded contract has recognized PA Consulting Ltd as the supplier, indicating a potential partner or competitor for other firms aiming to expand their involvement with governmental agencies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

People Function of Future

Notice Description

Short consultancy support in (i) reviewing baseline of 'as is' operating model, and (ii) establishing strategic shifts required for function of the future

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ee32870-099b-443b-aa1c-5f63e3c59e2d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct Award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 5 Jun 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
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PA CONSULTING

Further Information

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