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Poverty Truth Commission

WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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24 Oct 2025 at 14:43

Summary of the contracting process

Warrington Borough Council, a sub-central government authority, recently completed the procurement process for the Poverty Truth Commission initiative, categorised under community action programmes. This service contract aimed at addressing poverty through inclusive decision-making involves stakeholders such as local authorities and community members. The procurement was conducted under a direct method, without competition, as it fell below the threshold. The contract, valued at £135,000 net (£162,000 gross), was awarded on 4th March 2025 and commenced on 1st April 2025, running until 31st March 2028. The regional focus for this initiative is the UKD61 area, within Warrington, UK.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses engaged in community development and social services, particularly those capable of facilitating partnerships and amplifying marginalised voices. Companies with experience in large-scale voluntary and community sector engagements, like Warrington Voluntary Action, the successful bidder, are well-positioned to thrive in such projects. By participating in similar schemes, businesses can showcase their expertise, expand their network of governmental and community contacts, and contribute significantly to social initiatives, fostering an environment for sustainable business growth.

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Notice Title

Poverty Truth Commission

Notice Description

Delivery of Poverty Truth Commission, which is a partnership initiative between the local authority, community members and key stakeholders to address poverty by ensuring the voices of those with lived experience and poverty are central to decision-making.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d397
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068287-2025
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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85322000 - Community action programme

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
centralprocurement@warrington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA1 1UH
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Bewsey and Whitecross
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WARRINGTON VOLUNTARY ACTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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