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SOW 7 - Development of a Competency Framework for the Commercial and Procurement Future Target Operating Model (CPS FTOM) and Options paper for Entry Routes/Emerging Talent Pathways

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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17 Feb 2026 at 09:59

Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council has concluded a procurement process titled "SOW 7 - Development of a Competency Framework for the Commercial and Procurement Future Target Operating Model (CPS FTOM) and Options Paper for Entry Routes/Emerging Talent Pathways." This procurement falls under the industry category of general management consultancy services, with a specific focus on framework development and talent pathways. The service is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, with the contract period running from 20th January 2026 to 2nd April 2026. The procurement process utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off under the YPO Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework Agreement. The tender has reached the award stage with an active status, and the awarded contract was published on 17th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services to expand their market presence, particularly companies capable of developing comprehensive competency frameworks for procurement operations. The project is ideal for large consultancy firms, SMEs, and businesses interested in enhancing public sector procurement efficiencies. The buyer, Birmingham City Council, along with Reed Talent Solutions Ltd as the awarded supplier, highlights the collaboration opportunities available for businesses ready to contribute to governmental operational improvements. Engaging in such contracts can open opportunities for ongoing partnerships and positioning as a preferred government consultancy partner.

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Notice Title

SOW 7 - Development of a Competency Framework for the Commercial and Procurement Future Target Operating Model (CPS FTOM) and Options paper for Entry Routes/Emerging Talent Pathways

Notice Description

Development of a Competency Framework for the Commercial and Procurement Future Target Operating Model (CPS FTOM) and Options paper for Entry Routes/Emerging Talent Pathways. This is a call off under YPO Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework Agreement (1141)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-65080e2a-78be-4229-a696-2fd057274b73
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1f3d436-9255-4f96-a9ca-af0ae63f0c26
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,580 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,580 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2026 - 2 Apr 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7WB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REED TALENT SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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