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Advisory Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF BEXLEY

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20 Oct 2025 at 10:10

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Bexley has completed a procurement process for an "Advisory Service" under the public service category, specifically focusing on business and management consultancy. The procurement utilised a direct procurement method, conducted below the threshold without competition, indicating a straightforward and expedited process. The contract was awarded to Shift Organisation Ltd on 1st April 2025 and is scheduled to be active until 31st March 2026. The advisory services are intended to cover various regions across the UK, including areas like UKC, UKD, UKE, and more, demonstrating the wide geographical scope of this project. The contract is valued at £36,000 excluding VAT, with a gross amount of £43,200, and falls under sub-central government regulation, highlighting its adherence to specific legal frameworks.

This tender presents a potentially lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in professional advisory and consultancy services, particularly those with capacity for extensive regional coverage across the UK. SMEs like Shift Organisation Ltd might find such contracts particularly beneficial, offering a platform for showcasing expertise in business management and expanding client portfolios. Companies with experience in navigating public sector projects and those capable of delivering comprehensive consultancy services tailored to local government needs would be well-suited to compete in similar future procurement opportunities. Such tenders provide a solid foundation for long-term growth and enhanced business credibility.

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Notice Title

Advisory Service

Notice Description

Professional Advisory Service for annual practice

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cf8e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066628-2025
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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF BEXLEY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@bexley.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BEXLEYHEATH
Postcode
DA6 7AT
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bexley
Electoral Ward
Bexleyheath
Westminster Constituency
Bexleyheath and Crayford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHIFT ORGANISATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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