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IA3708 Local Government Reorganisation Resident Engagement

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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07 Jul 2025 at 10:08

Summary of the contracting process

Staffordshire County Council has recently completed the procurement process for the "IA3708 Local Government Reorganisation Resident Engagement" contract, situated in Stafford, UK. The procurement, completed under a direct method without competition as below threshold, focused on engaging a market research agency to assist with resident engagement in the local government reorganisation effort. The contract was awarded to Opinion Research Services (ORS) for up to £45,000, with the active contract period running from 1st July 2025 to 30th September 2025. The main industry category for this service contract is public relations consultancy services, and the location is identified within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in market research and public relations consultancy services, particularly those experienced in public sector engagements. Suitable candidates likely include small to medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering independent and expert engagement strategies. Businesses within the vicinity of Staffordshire or with services tailored to sub-central government bodies may find this area particularly rewarding for nurturing growth and demonstrating expertise in governmental consultancy services.

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Notice Title

IA3708 Local Government Reorganisation Resident Engagement

Notice Description

Commissioning an external market research agency to support us in engaging with residents on Local Government Reorganisation, ensuring independence, expertise and added value throughout this process. The price of the contract is up to PS45,000 inc VAT

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0559b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037680-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPINION RESEARCH SERVICES (ORS

Further Information

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