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FCDO Workforce Planning Consultancy

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed a procurement process for the "FCDO Workforce Planning Consultancy". This tender involved providing senior-level consultancy support for the design and implementation of workforce strategies both in the UK and internationally. The contract was awarded on 2nd August 2021, with a total contract value of £272,400. The procurement method utilised was a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 2nd August 2021 and is set to conclude on 31st October 2021, with the services being delivered in London, England.

This tender offers significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in business and management services, particularly those focused on workforce planning and HR policy strategies. Companies with expertise in data-driven consultancy and innovative workforce solutions will be well-suited to compete in such tenders. The involvement of a major government body like the FCDO underscores the importance of high-quality consultancy in navigating complex organisational challenges, making this an appealing prospect for businesses aiming to expand their public sector portfolio.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FCDO Workforce Planning Consultancy

Notice Description

The FCDO requires consultancy support at a senior level of designing and implementing workforce strategies and systems in the UK and internationally. This new approach of being data and insight led needs to focus on strategic solutions and workforce approaches across complex organisations, including the extensive use of benchmarking. The consultancy will provide advice and guidance to the Chief People Officer and Workforce Plan Programme SRO, challenge our thinking in this complex area of HR policy, and support development of the department's Workforce Plan

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36af7919-8b70-490d-b1f1-ae08a21f3383
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£388,370 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£272,400 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 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
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT 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 2AH
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KPMG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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