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Independent Business Case Appraisal

North East Combined Authority

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Tender

11 Jul 2025 at 10:40

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

01 Jul 2025 at 16:05

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

01 Jul 2025 at 15:57

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
PlanningUpdate

24 Jun 2025 at 10:44

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
PlanningUpdate

23 Jun 2025 at 09:36

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

23 Jun 2025 at 09:34

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The North East Combined Authority, located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom, is seeking to appoint experienced consultants for their "Independent Business Case Appraisal" project. This procurement, under the open procedure, targets the services category, focusing on treasury services. The tender aims to appoint up to six providers to deliver business case appraisals compliant with the Treasury Green Book Standard, DfT WebTAG, and NECA's Single Assurance Framework. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 12:00 on 11th August 2025. The contract, valued at £1.1 million, covers a service period from 1st October 2025 to 29th October 2032.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultants specializing in business case appraisals, particularly those with experience in treasury services. The procurement is structured as a ranked framework, providing multiple opportunities for engagement without re-opening competition. It particularly suits SMEs and VCSEs given the suitability criteria. Business entities with expertise in public sector consulting, especially those capable of mitigating conflicts of interest, would find this tender advantageous for growth and portfolio expansion. The framework's emphasis on experience, understanding of tasks, and social value offers enterprises a robust platform for showcasing and leveraging their competencies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Business Case Appraisal

Notice Description

North East CA are looking to appoint a range of experienced consultants who can undertake business case appraisals in accordance with the required assurance processes. This guidance will be used to support judgements and funding decisions and the award of public funding to applicants. Appointed supplier(s) will undertake appraisals which are compliant to the Treasury Green Book Standard , DfT WebTAG and North East Combined Authority Single Assurance Framework . Appraisal advice will be provided at the varying stages of review, including but not limited to Appraisal Summary Report, Outline and Full Business Case.

Planning Information

The North East CA is establishing a framework to secure independent advice on Transport Business Cases. This framework will require support from external consultants to build guidance, undertake assessments, provide advice and look to strengthen the robustness of business cases reviewed by the North East CA. Join our online event on the afternoon of the 7th of July as we explore the design of this framework contract. We will: • Present the framework and its contents • Look at the application process • Set out the key timescales and next steps • Invite any questions or comments Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/transport-business-case-assurance-framework-market-engagement-event-tickets-1446987621929?aff=oddtdtcreator

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05515f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039163-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66600000 - Treasury services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
11 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 29 Oct 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
North East Combined Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Postcode Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

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