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GB-Wellingborough: Provision of Governance Services

GREATWELL HOMES

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29 Jan 2021 at 14:45

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Summary of the contracting process

Greatwell Homes, based in Wellingborough, has awarded a contract titled "Provision of Governance Services" to Altair Consultancy and Advisory Service, valued at £29,925. This contract falls within the corporate governance rating services industry category and will run for an initial period of three years, commencing on 1 April 2021 and ending on 31 March 2024, with an option to extend for an additional year. The tender period closed on 28 January 2021. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, signifying that it was accessible to all interested bidders.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in governance services, particularly those that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs). Successful bidders should have expertise in carrying out independent governance reviews, board effectiveness assessments, and compliance with regulatory standards. Companies with experience in governance support and training for board members will be particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement process, which aims to enhance the governance practices at Greatwell Homes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Wellingborough: Provision of Governance Services

Notice Description

Greatwell Homes is looking for a consultancy that can provide us with a comprehensive range of independent, robust and compliant governance service which supports our overall approach to effective governance. The successful consultancy appointed will have to: - Carry out the 3-year independent review of governance, including Board and Committee remit and structure, as specified in the NHF Code of Governance 2015. - Provide support for the annual review of Board effectiveness including annual appraisals, skills assessments against our matrix, identifying skills gaps and developing collective and individual training and development plans for Members. - Review and simplify the Governance and Delegations Framework ensuring it complies with regulatory standards. - Provision of ad-hoc support and guidance as and when required.Greatwell Homes is looking for a consultancy that can provide us with a comprehensive range of independent, robust and compliant governance service which supports our overall approach to effective governance. The successful consultancy appointed will have to: Carry out the 3-year independent review of governance, including Board and Committee remit and structure, as specified in the NHF Code of Governance 2015; Provide support for the annual review of Board effectiveness including annual appraisals, skills assessments against our matrix, identifying skills gaps and developing collective and individual training and development plans for Members; Review and simplify the Governance and Delegations Framework ensuring it complies with regulatory standards; Provision of ad-hoc support and guidance as and when required. The client-side lead for this contract will be Martin Wheatley, Chair of Remuneration and Selection Committee. In addition, the supplier will be required to liaise with and provide advice and support to the Chair, CEO and Company Secretary. Contract Requirements: The successful provider will be expected to enter into the Contract to provide Governance Services: In submitting a tender for the proposed contract you are deemed to have accepted entering into a contract; The term of the contract will be for an initial 36-month with the option to extend for a further 12 months; Transparent billing over the period of the contract with quarterly itemised invoicing showing total cost broken down of lease, maintenance, software and all consumables - a 'no hidden cost' approach; A detailed, concise Service Level Agreement (SLA) in plain English. The Key Requirements, Aims, Objectives and Outcomes: Carry out the 3-year independent review of our governance arrangements, as specified in the NHF Code of Governance 2015. To specifically consider Board effectiveness and how they conduct their business to ensure best practice, and that documentation is compliant with the latest legislation and regulations. SEE INVITATION TO TENDER FOR DETAIL Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-60bc1957-5ae3-4a15-914a-39f340e89ec6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1194662-d9da-442d-8b5a-36e22bd1116b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79212110 - Corporate governance rating services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,925 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,925 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 3-4 years
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
GREATWELL HOMES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 1BL
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Croyland and Swanspool
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALTAIR CONSULTANCY AND ADVISORY SERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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