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Independent Accountability Review Appointment

HOME OFFICE

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25 Sep 2025 at 07:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office, a central government public authority based in London, has completed the procurement for an "Independent Accountability Review Appointment" to evaluate timeliness in the PM system. The procurement falls under the services category and is classified as research consultancy services. This contract, awarded to Midland Blue Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Stockport, began on 9th September 2025 and is set to run until 1st May 2026, with a possible three-month extension. It followed a direct procurement method described as "below threshold - without competition," reflecting a targeted approach specific to their needs.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy services, especially those proficient in independent reviews and assessments. Given the contract's requirements and scope, large-scale consultancy firms or those with specific expertise in governmental accountability reviews will find it particularly fitting. Engaging in such contracts not only opens pathways for business growth through governmental collaborations but also enhances reputation by working with a central authority like the Home Office. With a contract value of £120,000, it is a lucrative opportunity in the public sector consultancy space.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Accountability Review Appointment

Notice Description

The aim of this contract is to deliver an independent review into timeliness in the PM system

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a197
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059480-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
8 Sep 2025 - 1 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
collaborativeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Email
collaborativeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MIDLAND BLUE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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