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Continuation of Advice - LBM Investment Strategy

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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10 Apr 2025 at 14:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton has completed the procurement for the continuation of advice on their investment strategy, within the financial consultancy services sector (CPV 66171000). The process culminated in the award stage, with the tender being awarded on 21 November 2024. The open procurement method was used, and the contract spans from 2 December 2024 to 1 December 2025. This project focuses on providing consultancy services across England, particularly in the United Kingdom, and is valued at £85,000. The suitable businesses for this project include SMEs and VCSEs, promoting inclusivity in the procurement process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in financial consultancy services to expand their portfolio and gain substantial public sector experience. Businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, are well-positioned to benefit from the London Borough of Merton's investment strategy project by leveraging their expertise to deliver tailored advisory services. Additionally, the collaboration with a reputable contracting authority like the London Borough of Merton can enhance a firm's credentials and visibility in the industry, fostering further business growth and market reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Continuation of Advice - LBM Investment Strategy

Notice Description

Continuation of Advice - LBM Investment Strategy

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-90503953-1c85-462a-9e3d-512073acbcd2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/010dc451-f7a1-4e3a-b83a-3af72c9972a4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2024 - 1 Dec 2025 6-12 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANT THORNTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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