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The provision of expert knowledge in rolling stock delivery programmes

OFFICE OF RAIL AND ROAD

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16 Aug 2023 at 08:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has awarded a contract for the provision of expert knowledge in rolling stock delivery programmes. The tender, initiated under a direct procurement method, titled "The provision of expert knowledge in rolling stock delivery programmes," falls under the Business and Management Consultancy services category. The contract, valued at £17,920 GBP, has been awarded to THE NICHOLS GROUP LIMITED. The procurement stage has been completed with key dates including the tender period ending on August 14, 2023, and the contract period running from September 1 to September 30, 2023. ORR's location is 25 Cabot Square, London, England.

This tender by the ORR presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the business and management consultancy sector. Businesses well-suited for this opportunity should possess expertise in providing consultancy services related to rolling stock delivery programmes. The procurement process, although completed, highlights the potential for SMEs to engage in direct tender actions within specific industry categories. The contract with The Nichols Group Limited signifies a successful award within the given timeframe, allowing for business growth and collaboration opportunities in the consulting sector.

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Notice Title

The provision of expert knowledge in rolling stock delivery programmes

Notice Description

The provision of expert knowledge in rolling stock delivery programmes for a maximum of eight days in mid-September 2023 for one FTE. The work will entail a review of ORR's analysis and provide a critique in the form of a written advice note.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f0ec766e-1499-4f6d-a333-f94cd41b0d7c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/543c0742-f117-4f7f-8f90-0d0abee94da6
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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£17,920 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,920 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2023 - 30 Sep 2023 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE OF RAIL AND ROAD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4QA
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE NICHOLS GROUP

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