Award

Night Time Economy Strategy for Staffordshire

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

27 Nov 2025 at 14:01

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

10 Oct 2025 at 09:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Staffordshire County Council has embarked on a procurement process to develop a Night Time Economy Strategy aimed at transforming Staffordshire into a leading night-time destination. The procurement was conducted through an open competition, falling below the threshold, and has now reached the award stage with Night Time Economy Solutions Limited being awarded the contract. This initiative, classified under economic research services, will extend from 26th November 2025 to 25th June 2026, with the total contract value capped at £78,000. The service relates to enhancing the local economy in Stafford, UK, with the contract signed on 24th November 2025, signalling its active status as of 27th November 2025. Key procurement details reveal a focus on creating a vibrant, safe, and inclusive evening and night-time atmosphere that complements the daytime economy.

By engaging a consultancy to drive this vision, Staffordshire County Council opens up significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in economic research and strategy development. This tender offers an excellent platform for businesses that can deliver high-quality consultancy services aimed at night-time economy enhancement. Companies with expertise in economic development, urban planning, and social consultancy could leverage such opportunities to expand their portfolio and develop innovative solutions that bolster night-time economies, thereby contributing to regional growth and attractiveness. Additionally, the project emphasises safety and inclusivity, aligning interests for firms committed to sustainable and community-driven economic advancement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Night Time Economy Strategy for Staffordshire

Notice Description

Staffordshire County Council have procured a consultant to produce a night-time economy strategy that drives the vision of Staffordshire becoming a premier night-time destination, known for its vibrant, safe, and inclusive evening and night-time economy, that makes a significant contribution to the daytime economy.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ac68
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077699-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79311400 - Economic research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
26 Nov 2025 - 25 Jun 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
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ellie.butler@staffordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2LP
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
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NIGHT TIME ECONOMY SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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