Process Evolution Consultancy - Local Policing

DURHAM CONSTABULARY

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Award

01 Jun 2026 at 11:09

Summary of the contracting process

Durham Constabulary has completed the award phase of a public procurement process for a consultancy project titled "Process Evolution Consultancy - Local Policing". This project, classified under the business and management consultancy services industry, aims at addressing demands within local policing teams and critical supporting functions. This contract was awarded via a direct call-off from the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Framework Agreement to the supplier, Operational Research in Health Ltd. The consultancy services are set to be delivered in the North East region of the United Kingdom, with the contract commencing on 11th May 2026 and concluding on 31st October 2026. The total contract value is £161,000.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the consultancy industry, particularly those focusing on management and process evolution services. While the contract was selectively procured through a framework agreement, businesses with capabilities in delivering strategic insights and improvements for public sector organisations might find similar opportunities by engaging with framework agreements and building relationships with public bodies like Durham Constabulary. Large-scale organisations that can offer comprehensive, evidence-based consultancy solutions would be well-suited to compete in such procurement processes to facilitate business growth and market presence in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Process Evolution Consultancy - Local Policing

Notice Description

Consultancy Work for teams within the force area surrounding demand within the local policing teams and critical supporting functions. Work is being completed by supplier 'PROCESS EVOLUTION LIMITED (A TRADING NAME OF OPERATIONAL RESEARCH IN HEALTH LIMITED)' Direct award from the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Framework Agreement for the Consultancy Solutions and Advisory Services (reference number: 2023/S 000-024003)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb2ab613-fd4f-49b4-9dcd-414a3e60cb31
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f50383f-118b-47f9-90c4-2c7627e6bcda
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£161,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£161,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 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
DURHAM CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5TT
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPERATIONAL RESEARCH IN HEALTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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