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STEP Fusion Discovery Centre Phase 1 - East Midlands Combined County Authority

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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13 Nov 2025 at 16:51

Summary of the contracting process

The STEP Fusion Discovery Centre Phase 1 procurement process involves the Nottinghamshire County Council, aiming to support the East Midlands Combined County Authority. This contract falls within the "Other community, social and personal services" category, seeking to collaborate with the Supercluster Portfolio Team to identify priorities and design ambitions. The procurement was carried out through a direct award method, and the award stage was completed on 18th August 2025. The project spans from 21st August 2025 to 27th November 2025, focusing on services within England, United Kingdom, with a total value of £49,440 awarded to Reed Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Consultancy+).

This tender presents several growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs capable of delivering community and personal services. The direct award method streamlines the procurement, allowing for quick engagement and execution by qualified vendors like Reed Talent Solutions Limited. Businesses with experience in providing strategic community-focused services, especially those based in the East Midlands region, are well-suited to meet the contract requirements and leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and impact in the public sector. The project emphasizes collaboration and strategic planning, offering substantial potential for SMEs with innovative solutions and collaborative capabilities.

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Notice Title

STEP Fusion Discovery Centre Phase 1 - East Midlands Combined County Authority

Notice Description

STEP Fusion Discovery Centre Phase 1 support for East Midlands Combined County Authority. The aim of Phase 1 of this project is to work with the Supercluster Portfolio Team to identify our priorities and design ambition. Awarded through YPO 1141

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5755b89f-ee72-413a-83c1-409acdf42a1f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e407b9e-82e1-491d-a925-223736893d20
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,440 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
20 Aug 2025 - 27 Nov 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
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 7QP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
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
Rushcliffe
Electoral Ward
Trent Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Rushcliffe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REED TALENT SOLUTIONS LIMITED (TRADING AS CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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