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Contract for provision of services in the development of an Economic Growth Strategy for West Northamptonshire

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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10 Sep 2024 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by West Northamptonshire Council involved awarding a contract for the provision of services in the development of an Economic Growth Strategy for West Northamptonshire. The contract, classified under research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV: 73000000), was awarded to GC Insight Ltd. This contract aims to produce an inclusive and sustainable framework for economic growth across the area, with input from key stakeholders, including business and community groups. The procurement stage is complete and the award was published on 10 September 2024. The contract period is set from 5 August 2024 to 5 February 2025. The contract was procured via a limited competitive quotation method, as it fell below the procurement threshold, with the total contract value being £64,100 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those focused on economic development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the procurement method's suitability criteria. Businesses that can offer expertise in economic strategy development, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable growth frameworks will find this tender advantageous for growth. By aiding in the development of West Northamptonshire's first economic strategy, the contracted services will not only benefit the local council but also foster business expansion, innovation, and community development.

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Notice Title

Contract for provision of services in the development of an Economic Growth Strategy for West Northamptonshire

Notice Description

Development of the first economic strategy for West Northamptonshire, the strategy will be developed by consultants with extensive input from key stakeholders, including business and community groups, to produce an inclusive and sustainable framework for economic growth across the area.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-901993e4-a4f2-4c21-b9cc-1e1522012e4d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e89b309a-17db-4f51-b374-3ded6068081b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,100 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,100 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2024 - 5 Feb 2025 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
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
george.shouls@westnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0300 126 7000

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
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)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GC INSIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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