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Strategic and coaching support

O F W A T

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16 Sep 2024 at 17:18

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Summary of the contracting process

Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority based in Birmingham, has completed a procurement process for strategic and coaching support services. The tender, identified as "01/11/2023 None Assigned - Stakeholder Led," falls under the industry categories of personnel-training services and staff development services. The direct procurement method was employed in a single tender action below the threshold. The services will be delivered by David Lancefield Ventures Limited, with a contract period from 1 December 2023 to 31 May 2024. Key delivery locations include the West Midlands and London, with the tender valued at £25,000 excluding VAT.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in strategic consulting and leadership coaching. The contract involves comprehensive support for the senior leadership team at Ofwat, encompassing activities such as reviewing relevant documents, conducting frequent coaching sessions, and providing feedback on virtual presentations. Companies with expertise in leadership development, agile performance culture, and stakeholder engagement are well-suited to compete for similar future tenders, enabling them to expand their market presence and showcase their capabilities in strategic consultancy and staff development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strategic and coaching support

Notice Description

Awarded using Supplier's Terms and Conditions. Requirement: Strategic and coaching support Since January 2023 you have: * Assembled a new Senior Leadership Team, recruiting a number of new individuals and beginning the process of developing the team. * Developed a stronger relationship with the Chair and the Board. * Led Ofwat's response to a number of high profile, delicate issues facing the water industry. * Engaged with stakeholders in Government, industry, and the investor community at critical moments. * Initated the development of a more agile, dynamic performance culture, focused on the delivery of the strategy. Our work together has covered all of these areas, helping you to make wise decisions, react thoughtfully, and focus your attention on the right areas. The work together will comprise: * Review any Ofwat documents you feel are relevant to our work to provide suggestions and challenge to help improve their design and/or delivery. * Eight sessions (typically 60-90 minutes, every two to four weeks) to discuss progress, share ideas, work out how to overcome obstacles. I will give you ways to structure your thinking, guidance, ideas, lessons from others in similar roles, encouragement and accountability. I will pro-actively bring my own experience of working with other leaders to highlight areas of focus too, as well as tools and frameworks. We will focus on these topics (identified at this stage and subject to change): o How to be more agile 'in the moment' - especially when there are differences of views or conflict. o How to develop and use a powerful narrative about the strategy for Ofwat - to inform priorities and activities. o How to develop, empower, and incentivise your SLT and the wider leadership to enhance their performance. o How to strengthen your brand and reputation in the industry, Government, and wider stakeholders. * The use of a portfolio of tools that can help you prioritise your time, make the best decisions, and convey (and execute) your priorities effectively. This will include your personal narrative and talking points on strategy and culture. * Feedback on your impact and style when you are giving three virtual presentations (e.g. to stakeholders or Ofwat), assuming they are recorded. * Rehearse you and/or role play you for two important moments - whether a presentation to the Board, a meeting with a stakeholder - to help anticipate likely questions and identify any changes to your content or style. * Give you access to me in between on an as needs basis, e.g. on email, text or call, to discuss an issue, as well as my network as agreed. The sessions will be conducted virtually via zoom.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b25bf3e7-52f1-4d5b-98ff-b9f9bd1f9fd1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/343fad27-83ce-47fe-8ac6-2eb2eec98f5d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79632000 - Personnel-training services

79633000 - Staff development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2023 - 31 May 2024 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
O F W A T
Contact Name
Lena Cluxton
Contact Email
lena.cluxton@ofwat.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 644 7534

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
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), TLI London
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAVID LANCEFIELD VENTURES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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