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strength-based model / framework

BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN

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08 Dec 2025 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, conducted by Blackburn with Darwen, involved the procurement of a strength-based model/framework. This initiative is part of the Better Outcomes for Adults programme, overseen by the Operational Efficiency Programme Board. The procurement falls under the industry category of business services, particularly law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. The contract, valued at £80,000, with a gross amount of £96,000, was awarded to OLM Systems Ltd on 1st December 2025, and it remains active until 30th November 2026. The procurement was carried out using a direct, below-threshold method without competition, primarily serving the Blackburn region (UKD41). The procurement stage is complete, with all related lots finalised.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in business services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adept in providing law, marketing, consulting, and similar services. Organisations like OLM Systems Ltd, which focus on innovative service delivery models and frameworks, stand to benefit greatly from such contracts. Businesses capable of delivering tailored and efficient service solutions that align with local government priorities should consider similar future opportunities for expansion and partnership with public authorities.

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Notice Title

strength-based model / framework

Notice Description

procurement of a strength-based model / framework to support the delivery of priorities under the Better Outcomes for Adults programme of work approved by the Operational Efficiency Programme Board (OEPB).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f0ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080687-2025
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

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 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
BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@blackburn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKBURN
Postcode
BB1 7DY
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackburn with Darwen
Electoral Ward
Blackburn Central
Westminster Constituency
Blackburn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OLM SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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