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Portfolio Programme Project Management

NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL

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30 Sep 2025 at 09:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Nursing and Midwifery Council has concluded a procurement process named "Portfolio Programme Project Management," classified within the industry category of systems and technical consultancy services under CPV code 72220000. This project is based in London, with a specified delivery postal code of W1B 1PZ. The process utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically G-Cloud 14. This procurement reached the award stage on 28th September 2025, with the awarded contract starting on 1st October 2025 and ending on 1st September 2026. The awarded contract is valued at £283,500 and was secured by Searchlight Business Services Limited, a large-scale supplier positioned in Exeter.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for firms in the systems and technical consultancy sector, especially those experienced in framework agreements such as G-Cloud 14. The process's selective nature underscores the importance of a proven track record, favouring established businesses with capabilities for large-scale projects. Smaller enterprises and voluntary sector organisations are also encouraged to engage, as the suitability criteria affirm opportunities are open to SMEs and VCSEs. By securing such contracts, businesses can expand their reach within the public sector, enhance their portfolio with high-profile clientele such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council, and bolster their market standing within the consultancy industry.

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Notice Title

Portfolio Programme Project Management

Notice Description

Call off contract using G-Cloud 14

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-754b8a46-2bee-4af7-a569-2a0061d798f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69551d45-1030-405b-a147-f36729198023
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£283,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£283,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 1 Sep 2026 6-12 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
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jaina Pankhania
Contact Email
jaina.pankhania@nmc-uk.org
Contact Phone
02076815075

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1B 1PZ
Post Town
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
Marylebone
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEARCHLIGHT BUSINESS SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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