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Stakeholder Communication Training

THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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02 Jun 2025 at 14:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Electoral Commission, based in London, procured "Stakeholder Communication Training" services, a project identified under the industry category of Training Services (CPV: 80500000). This procurement process, characterised by a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, involved the design and delivery of a Tone of Voice workshop aimed at enhancing internal communication practices. The procurement process was completed as of 2nd June 2025, with the services rendered by Ernst & Young LLP (EY) between 3rd February and 11th April 2025 across the United Kingdom. The total contract value was £49,000, with the opportunity being particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training and development services to collaborate with public sector bodies for skill enhancement initiatives. Companies that focus on communication strategy and organisational development will find relevance in similar procurement opportunities to expand their portfolio by demonstrating expertise in streamlining internal and external stakeholder communication. Although large entities like Ernst & Young LLP secured the contract, SMEs are encouraged to participate in such tenders, as demonstrated by the suitability criteria outlined in the procurement process.

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Notice Title

Stakeholder Communication Training

Notice Description

Design and delivery of a Tone of Voice workshop to all staff within the organisation. The objectives of the above workshop are to: Create a consistent and credible tone and approach to stakeholder messaging within the organisation; Reduce the number of complaints that the organisation receives; Increase awareness of best practice for all individuals; and Increase confidence in decision making from external stakeholders.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dd8201c0-8163-4411-9f86-92b6270e94c9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb5ad1e6-889e-475d-9ddd-e157609875ac
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2025 - 11 Apr 2025 1-6 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
THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8YZ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST & YOUNG LLP (EY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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