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Technology Consultancy Services Framework

EFFICIENCY EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

01 Apr 2026 at 15:27

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

25 Nov 2025 at 17:07

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

06 Aug 2025 at 14:45

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process led by Efficiency East Midlands Limited involves the "Technology Consultancy Services Framework," completed on 1st April 2026. The buyer, Efficiency East Midlands Limited, based in Alfreton, UK, aims to provide a robust consulting service encompassing diagnostic, advisory, and delivery support for technology-enabled change across various public sector entities. The procurement follows an open, competitive flexible procedure, signifying active participation from interested suppliers. This framework targets IT services, specifically consulting, software development, internet support, and will be operative from May 2026 through April 2030. The procurement method ensures optimal selection of suppliers, highlighting Arcadis (UK) Limited among others as the awarded entities as of 9th March 2026.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly in IT consulting, software development, and support services. Large enterprises and SMEs across the UK are well-positioned to engage with this framework, given its emphasis on a diverse supply chain. Suppliers can leverage this opportunity to expand their client portfolio within the public sector, enhancing their visibility and credibility as trusted partners in technology consultancy. By engaging in this framework, businesses can refine their service offerings and innovate solutions that align with public sector transformation goals, fostering a collaborative and efficient service delivery model. The competitive nature encourages high standards and drives improvements, ensuring suppliers contribute significantly to public service advancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Technology Consultancy Services Framework

Notice Description

This framework will enable public bodies to access a trusted, strategic partner capable of delivering diagnostic, advisory, and delivery support across all stages of technology enabled change. It will include initial assessment through to implementation and post-delivery review.

Planning Information

Market Engagement Objectives This market engagement aims to: • Assess the level of interest from the consultancy market • Validate the types of services in demand • Test potential framework structures (e.g. lots, pricing, evaluation) • Understand commercial and delivery models • Identify potential barriers to entry for new or smaller providers • Design a simple, effective call-off process that works well for both buyers and suppliers • Align the procurement to meet Procurement Act 2023 objectives, including innovation, economic growth, and accessibility Proposed Framework Scope Services Covered may include: • Technology strategy and architecture • Digital and service design (aligned with GDS and user-centred principles) • Cybersecurity and resilience • Infrastructure modernisation and cloud migration • AI, automation, and emerging technology • ICT sourcing and operating model design • Data platforms, governance, and insights The framework will be open to Central and local government, NHS and health bodies, police and emergency services, housing associations, education, and other public authorities. It is anticipated Call-off methods will include Direct award or mini-competition The estimated value of the framework is likely to be up to £10 million over 4 years. This will be subject to the PME feedback. Number of suppliers appointed to the framework will be determined based on market response. The intended contract model will be determined following the market feedback. Timeline Issue PME – 06/08/2025 Deadline for Responses 27/08/2025 Follow-up Supplier Sessions 1st – 12th September 2025 Contact Details For any queries relating to this PME, please contact: Mark Stephens Meta Procurement Ltd on behalf of EEM

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058299
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030475-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
9 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EFFICIENCY EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED
Additional Buyers

Efficiency East Midlands

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ALFRETON
Postcode
DE55 2DS
Postcode Area
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF12 East Derbyshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bolsover
Electoral Ward
South Normanton East
Westminster Constituency
Bolsover

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARCADIS (UK) LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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